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1 Basic assessment report in terms of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2010, promulgated in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998(Act No. 107 of 1998), as amended. File Reference Number: Project Title: Name of Responsible Official: NEAS Reference Number: Date Received: (For applicant / EAP to complete) 17/2/3/GS-79 Basic Assessment for the Proposed Expansion of Stormwater Dams and Construction of Two Equalization Ponds at Sasol Industrial Complex, Secunda, Mpumalanga. Mr. Bheki Mndawe (For official use only) Kindly note that: 1. Required information must be typed within the spaces provided in the form. The size of the spaces provided is not necessarily indicative of the amount of information to be provided. Tables can be extended as each space is filled with typing. 2. Where applicable black out the boxes that are not applicable in the form. 3. An incomplete report may be returned to the applicant for revision. 4. The use of not applicable in the report must be done with circumspection because if it is used in respect of material information that is required by the competent authority for assessing the application, it may result in the rejection of the application as provided for in the regulations. 5. All reports (draft and final) must be submitted to the Department at the address of the relevant DISTRICT OFFICE given below or by delivery thereof to the relevant DISTRICT OFFICE. Should the reports not be submitted at the relevant district office, they will not be considered. 6. No faxed or ed reports will be accepted. 7. One copy of the draft version of this report must be submitted to the relevant district office. The case officer may request more than one copy in certain circumstances. 8. Copies of the draft report must be submitted to the relevant State Departments / Organs of State for comment. In order to give effect to Regulation 56(7), proof of submission/delivery of the draft documents to the State Departments / Organs of State must be attached to the draft version of this report. 9. Unless protected by law, all information in the report will become public information on receipt by the competent authority. Any interested and affected party should be provided with the information contained in this report on request, during any stage of the application process. 10. All specialist reports must be appended to this document, and all specialists must complete a declaration of independence, which is obtainable from the Department. HEAD OFFICE (18 Jones Street, Nelspruit) EHLANZENI DISTRICT (50 Murray Street, Nelspruit) NKANGALA DISTRICT (Pavilion Centre, Cnr Botha & Northey Streets, Witbank) GERT SIBANDE DISTRICT (13 De Jager Street, Ermelo) Version 1: August

2 Attention: Directorate: Environmental Impact Management Private Bag X Nelspruit, 1200 Attention: Directorate: Environmental Impact Management Private Bag X Nelspruit, 1200 Attention: Directorate: Environmental Impact Management P. O. Box 7255 Witbank, 1035 Attention: Directorate: Environmental Impact Management P. O. Box 2777 Ermelo, 2351 Tel: (013) Fax (013) Tel: Fax: Tel: Fax: Tel: Fax: Version 1: August

3 SECTION A: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Project applicant: SASOL SYNFUELS PTY LTD DULY REPRESENTED BY SASOL TECHNOLOGY PTY LTD Trading name (if any): Contact person: Gerrit Viljoen Physical address: Synfuels Road, Secunda, Private Bag X1034 Secunda Postal address: Private Bag X1034 Secunda Postal code: 2302 Cell: Telephone: Fax: Environmental Assessment SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (Pty) Ltd Practitioner: Contact person: Prashika Reddy Postal address: PO Box 25302, Monument Park, Pretoria Postal code: 0105 Cell: Telephone: Fax: Prashika Reddy is a senior environmental scientist / associate (BSc Honours Geography) with experience in various environmental fields including: environmental impact assessments, environmental management plans/programmes, public Qualifications: participation and environmental monitoring and auditing. Ms Reddy has extensive experience in compiling environmental reports (Screening, Scoping, EIA and Status Quo Reports). Professional affiliations (if any): Registered Professional Natural Scientist (Pr Sci Nat /10) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). SECTION B: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ACTIVITY Describe the activity, which is being applied for, in detail. The description must include the size of the proposed activity (or in the case of linear activities, the length) and the size of the area that will be transformed by the activity. Version 1: August

4 The Sasol Synfuels factory Clean Stormwater and Oily Water separation systems (Units 58 and 258) handle all the stormwater run-off and oily water respectively. The primary functions of the stormwater system is to ensure that any water released to the Klipspruit is quality controlled. Depending on the quality, the stormwater could also be routed to other destinations in the plant. The primary functions of the oily water systems are to remove oil and suspended solids from the water and to supply the Water Recovery Plant with water to be further processed as process cooling water make-up. There are two oily water and two stormwater dams per western (Unit 58) and eastern sides (Unit 258) of the factory that collect oily water and stormwater respectively from the factory. The oily water sewer collects oily water from the Synfuels factory which then flows by gravity into the Units 58 and 258 Oily Water Separation and Handling Facility. The stormwater sewer collects all the stormwater runoff from the factory that flows under gravity into the stormwater handling facility at Units 58 and 258. The oily water is from the areas demarcated as oily water catchment areas and the clean stormwater is from areas demarcated as clean stormwater catchment areas in the Synfuels factory. The original design intent of Units 58 and 258 oily water and clean stormwater systems is to carry out these major functions: Oily Water System (OWS) Remove oil from oily contaminated water from the oily water sewer. Ensure the removal of floating objects from oily water sewer effluent. Supply de-oiled effluent as feed to Water Recovery (Unit 52/252) for biological treatment. The treated water is used as process cooling water make-up. Clean Water System (CWS) Hold capacity for stormwater runoffs in the east side of the factory. Ensure that the stormwater that is released into the Klipspruit is flow controlled. To supply about 600 m 3 /h water to the ash dewatering plant (Unit 203) in cases of emergency. To supply cold makeup water to the ash systems at power stations. To recover rain water for use as makeup for Raw Water handling systems (Unit 255). Ensure that clean stormwater discharged into the Klipspruit meets the quality requirements as per the Synfuels Water Use License (SWUL). The current capacity of the dams in the CWS is inadequate due to increased rainfall events being experienced as a result of climate and rainfall variability. In addition, the growth of the factory in the Sasol complex over the years has resulted in more water being channelled to Units 58 and 258 which house both the clean and oily water systems. This then impacts negatively on the downstream water recovery unit, as well as ultimately impacting on the entire Synfuels complex due to the deterioration in process cooling water quality. Consequently, the existing stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 need to be expanded and two new equalization ponds need to be constructed in order to decongest the existing stormwater and oily water dams, pre-treatment processes and storage facilities. This will enable all water in the oily water system to be sent to Water Recovery for further processing and all water from the clean stormwater system to be controlled released to the Klipspruit or sent to other destinations in the plant depending on the water quality. The stormwater dams will be expanded at Units 58 and 258 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3. At Unit 58, the area required for a clean stormwater dam is approximately m 2 / 3.5 ha for a 6 m deep dam. Conversely, at Unit m 2 / 2.5 ha is required for a 6 m deep clean stormwater dam. The capacities stated above are the maximum capacities and have the potential to change (to a smaller capacity) pending detailed engineering studies. Version 1: August

5 The two equalization ponds will be constructed also at Units 58 and 258 with alternatives being considered in Units 52 and 252 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3. The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hour mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252. It should be noted that, the highest part of the pond wall (as measured from the outside toe of the wall to the highest part of the wall) does not exceed 5 m). PROCESS DESCRIPTION OF THE CURRENT OILY WATER SYSTEM The Oily Water System (OWS) catchment area has increased compared to the original catchment area when Units 58 and 258 Oily Water Separation and Handling and the Clean Stormwater Storage facility was built. This is due to the expansion of the Synfuels factory over the years. The OWS at Units 58 and 258 handles rain run-off and wash-down water from contaminated areas within the Synfuels East and West factory. The oily water sewer that drains into Units 58 and 258 also collects the process streams that are contaminated with oils. The oily water catchment area that drains into Units 58 and 258 is approximately m 2 for each unit (rounded up to the nearest thousand). The terminus of the contaminated oily water is the Storm and Oily Water Separation System. Effluent from the OWS flows into a diversion and trash removal sump, where a trash rack is provided to prevent debris from entering the unit. The function of the sump is to divert the OWS flow to the oily water dams when the flow exceeds the hydraulic capacity of the oily water separator. Flows less than 600 m 3 /h will flow into the sludge settler sump via an under flow line, and flow to the oil separation equipment via the sludge settler. The settled sludge is pumped to the sludge drying beds where the water is decanted and returned to the sludge settler. The holding dams are designed for mechanical equipment access. The mechanically removed semi-dried sludge is transported offsite for landfill. The excess of 600 m 3 /h incoming OWS flow can be diverted to either of the two oily water dams. Both oily water dams may be operated independent of each other to allow for any maintenance work that is required. The oily water dams are interconnected through a common under drain, thus ensuring the maximum utilisation of contaminated water storage. The impounded (a mix of treated and untreated) water in the oily water dam is pumped to Unit 252 Water Recovery (Biological Effluent Treatment System). Currently the water is pumped to Water Recovery (Unit 252) to be biologically treated before being reused as Process Cooling Water Makeup (Unit 245). The overflow from the sludge settler flows to the oil-water separator, where gravity settling is used to further reduce the oil content of the waste water to less than 50 ppm. It is then discharged to the oily water dams. Skimmed oil from the separators is routed to the oil / water sump by gravity. Skimmed oil from the sump is then transferred intermittently to the skimmed oil tanks for classification and the oil is stored in the skimmed oil tanks. Currently, the recovered oil is either sold to Sasol Oil for sale to the fuel oil market, or it is sent to Carbo Tar for processing in their Feed Preparation Plant. The Refinery Flare Oil Tank stores the flare knockout from the Refinery (Units 230, 232 and 235). The oil is transported offsite to Holfontein for disposal. The flare knockout water from Tank Farm (Units 51 and 251) is stored in 258TK-112 before it is sent into Units 58 and 258 oily water dams. Due to the inefficient operation of the sludge settler, suspended solids in the oily water settles at the bottom of the oily water dams. The settled solids were removed once a year during routine dam maintenance. The dam that is being maintained is isolated from receiving incoming flows. Trucks and front end loaders are brought into the dam to scrape and load the watery sludge out of Units 58 and 258 to Ash heaps (Unit 303). At the Ash heaps (303) the Oily Water Separation and Handling Facility sludge is blended with ash before disposal. This is an allowable disposal method based on the current Synfuels waste license. The current Synfuels waste license allows the disposal of tonnes / annum of total Oily Water Separation and Handling Facility sludge. Version 1: August

6 FIGURE 1: SIMPLIFIED BLOCK FLOW DIAGRAM OF UNIT 258 CURRENT PROCESS FLOW FIGURE 2: SIMPLIFIED BLOCK FLOW DIAGRAM OF UNIT 58 CURRENT PROCESS FLOW PROCESS DESCRIPTION OF THE CURRENT CLEAN STORMWATER SYSTEM The clean stormwater catchments are the areas designated as clean areas within the factory based on the original design intent. Originally, the areas that could be potentially contaminated were isolated and drained to the oily water sewers to ensure that only water of suitable quality enters the clean storm sewers. This was necessary to ensure that the clean stormwater can be reused or discharged to the Klipspruit without additional water treatment. The clean areas in the factory have reduced over the years due to growth in the Synfuels business. The clean areas catchments on the east side of the factory for Unit 258 is approximately m 2 (rounded up to the nearest thousand) while on the west side of the factory for Unit 58 is approximately m 2. The clean storm sewer (CSS) flow that is known to be frequently contaminated is isolated from the CSS and drained to the OWS to protect the quality of the water entering the CSS. This is done by routing it directly to the oily water dams through the diversion box or it can be routed directly to the second oily water dam. This helped to ensure that the impounded waters could be reused or discharged without additional water treatment. During a rainstorm, Version 1: August

7 the CSS collects approximately 90 percent of all the run-off water from the Synfuels factory clean areas. A number of design features were installed throughout the factory to prevent this system from becoming contaminated by ensuring that water from the designated clean area only flows into the clean storm sewers. The flow through the sewers is passed through screens which ensure the removal of large objects from passing into the water holding dams. The first flush flow from the clean storm sewers will flow into the oily water systems via the dry weather overflow sump. The rest of the first flush (flow greater than 250 m 3 /h) will gravitate to the second oily water dam. This arrangement is to reduce the volume of contaminated stormwater flowing to the clean storm dams. Visual inspection is done intermittently by the operator. If the water is deemed clean enough by the operator the water is then allowed to flow into either of the clean storm dams. The clean stormwater that meets the Synfuels Water Use License specifications (at that time) could then be discharged to the Klipspruit in a controlled manner or made available to other users. PROPOSED PROCESS DESCRIPTION The proposed system can be divided into an oily water system and a clean stormwater system. The incoming oily water feed will pass through the trash rack for removal of large debris and then proceed to the oil-water- solids separator. In this equipment, the free oil is separated from the water and the suspended solids are dropped off to the bottom of the equipment. The de-oiled water is then sent into an equalization basin to ensure that chemical concentration peaks are equalised before the de-oiled water is transferred to Water Recovery (Unit 52 and 252) for biological treatment. It is the intention of this project to ensure that there is no mixing of oily water and de-oiled water at any point in the process. The clean storm sewer dry weather flow and the first flush from a rain storm event will form part of the feed to the oily water system. The clean stormwater will flow into the clean stormwater dams before it is released into the river or reused within the Synfuels factory. The destinations within the Synfuels factory are dependent on the quality of the water. In cases of contamination, the stormwater will not be released into the river. The contaminated stormwater in the clean stormwater dams will be routed to the identified destinations based on the following factors: a) Level of contamination. b) The need for water in the factory. c) Compliance to specification for identified destination. The identified destinations (subject to approval) for the contaminated clean stormwater include: a) Fire water (Unit 58 to Unit 45) b) Process cooling tower (Unit 45) c) Water recovery (Unit 52) - process dams d) Oily water dam only first flush The sludge handling system will ensure that the sludge is dried before it is sent to the ash heaps. The new dams will be available 365 days per year except during maintenance when a minimum of one dam will be shut down. The plant will be available for 7 days per week, 24 hours per day. The design of the plant will be such that certain sections may be taken offline for maintenance purposes should the flow into the plant drop below a certain level or during dry seasons. Refer to Appendix D for a block flow diagram of the proposed operations at Units 58 and 258 clean stormwater and oily water dams. SECTION C: PROPERTY/SITE DESCRIPTION Provide a full description of the preferred site alternative (farm name and number, portion number, registration division, erf number etc.): Version 1: August

8 The proposed expansion of the stormwater dams and the construction of the equalization ponds will be located within Sasol Industrial Complex in Secunda which is on erf Refer to Appendix A for the Locality Map. Version 1: August

9 Indicate the position of the activity using the latitude and longitude of the centre point of the preferred site alternative. The co-ordinates should be in degrees and decimal minutes. The minutes should have at least three decimals to ensure adequate accuracy. The projection that must be used in all cases is the WGS84 spheroid in a national or local projection. The position of alternative sites must be indicated in Section B of this document. Latitude (S): Longitude (E): o o The coordinates of the location of the proposed project are indicated in Table 1 below. TABLE 1: COORDINATES OF THE DIFFERENT COMPONENTS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT Area Legend Proposed Activity Coordinates Unit 258 (Eastern side 1 Equalization Pond Option S; E of the complex) (Preferred) 2 Equalization Pond Option S; E 3 Construction of stormwater S; E dam 4 Construction of stormwater S; E dam Unit 58 (Western side 5 Construction of stormwater S; E of the complex) dam 6 Construction of stormwater S; E dam 7 Equalization Pond Option S; E (Preferred) 8 Equalization Pond Option S; E In the case of linear activities: Starting point of the activity Middle point of the activity End point of the activity Latitude (S): o o o Longitude (E): o o o SITE OR ROUTE PLAN A detailed site or route plan(s) must be prepared for each alternative site or alternative activity. It must be attached as an appendix to this document. The site or route plans must be at least A3 and must include the following: 6.1 a reference no / layout plan no., date, and a legend / land use table 6.2 the scale of the plan which must be at least a scale of 1:2000; 6.3 the current land use as well as the land use zoning of each of the properties adjoining the site or sites; 6.4 the exact position of each element of the application as well as any other structures on the site; 6.5 the position of services, including electricity supply cables (indicate above or underground), water supply pipelines, boreholes, street lights, sewage pipelines, storm water infrastructure and telecommunication infrastructure; 6.6 all indigenous trees taller than 1.8 metres and all vegetation of conservation concern (protected, endemic and/or red data species); 6.8 servitudes indicating the purpose of the servitude; 6.9 sensitive environmental elements within 100 metres of the site or sites including (but not limited thereto): watercourses and wetlands; the 1:100 year flood line; ridges; cultural and historical features; metre contour intervals SITE PHOTOGRAPHS Colour photographs from the centre of the site must be taken in at least the eight major compass directions with a description of each photograph. Photographs must be attached as an appendix to this form - PLEASE NOTE: The taking of photographs in the Sasol Complex Primary Area is not permitted as per the National Keypoints Act (Act 102 of 1980). FACILITY ILLUSTRATION A detailed illustration of the activity must be provided at a scale of 1:200 as an appendix for activities that include structures. The illustrations must be to scale and must represent a realistic image of the planned activity. The illustration must give a representative view of the activity Refer to the Site Plan (Appendix B). Version 1: August

10 SECTION D: BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT Prepare a basic assessment report that complies with Regulation 22 of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, The basic assessment report must be attached to this form and must contain all the information that is necessary for the competent authority to consider the application and to reach a decision contemplated in Regulation 25, and must include: (Checklist for official use only) 1. A description of the environment that may be affected by the proposed activity and the manner in which the geographical, physical, biological, social, economic and cultural aspects of the environment may be affected by the proposed activity. 2. An identification of all legislation and guidelines that have been considered in the preparation of the basic assessment report. 3. Details of the public participation process conducted in terms of Regulation 21(2)(a) in connection with the application, including (i) the steps that were taken to notify potentially interested and affected parties of the proposed application; (ii) proof that notice boards, advertisements and notices notifying potentially interested and affected parties of the proposed application have been displayed, placed or given; (iii) a list of all persons, organisations and organs of state that were registered in terms of regulation 55 as interested and affected parties in relation to the application; and (iv) a summary of the issues raised by interested and affected parties, the date of receipt of and the response of the EAP to those issues; 4. A description of the need and desirability of the proposed activity; 5. A description of any identified alternatives to the proposed activity that are feasible and reasonable, including the advantages and disadvantages that the proposed activity or alternatives will have on the environment and on the community that may be affected by the activity; 6. A description and assessment of the significance of any environmental impacts, including (i) cumulative impacts, that may occur as a result of the undertaking of the activity or identified alternatives or as a result of any construction, erection or decommissioning associated with the undertaking of the activity; (ii) the nature of the impact; (iii) the extent and duration of the impact; (iv) the probability of the impact occurring; (v) the degree to which the impact can be reversed; (vi) the degree to which the impact may cause irreplaceable loss of resources; and (vii) the degree to which the impact can be mitigated; 7. Any environmental management and mitigation measures proposed by the EAP; 8. Any inputs and recommendations made by specialists to the extent that may be necessary; 9. A draft environmental management programme containing the aspects contemplated in regulation 33; 10. A description of any assumptions, uncertainties and gaps in knowledge; 11. A reasoned opinion as to whether the activity should or should not be authorised, and if the opinion is that it should be authorised, any conditions that should be made in respect of that authorisation 12. Any representations, and comments received in connection with the application or the basic assessment report; 13. The minutes of any meetings held by the EAP with interested and affected parties and other role players which record the views of the participants; 14. Any responses by the EAP to those representations, comments and views; 15. Any specific information required by the competent authority; and 16. Any other matters required in terms of sections 24(4)(a) and (b) of the Act. The basic assessment report must take into account - (a) any relevant guidelines; and (b) any departmental policies, environmental management instruments and other decision making instruments that have been developed or adopted by the competent authority in respect of the kind of activity which is the subject of the application. * In terms of Regulation 22(4), the EAP managing the application must provide the competent authority with detailed, written proof of an investigation as required by section 24(4)(b)(i) of the Act and motivation if no reasonable or feasible alternatives, as contemplated in subregulation 22(2)(h), exist. Version 1: August

11 Have reasonable and feasible alternatives been identified, described and assessed? YES NO If NO, the motivation and investigation required in terms of Regulation 22(4) must be attached as an Appendix to this document SECTION E: CONSULTATION WITH OTHER STATE DEPARTMENTS Provide a list of all State Departments / Organs of State that have been consulted and registered as interested and affected parties, and to whom draft reports have been submitted for comment. Proof of submission / delivery of the draft report to all State Department / Organs of State must be attached to this document. Department: Department of Water Affairs Contact person: J van Aswegen Postal address: Private Bag X11259 Nelspruit Postal code: 1200 Cell: Telephone: Fax: vaswegj@dwaf.gov.za Department: Department of Labour Contact person: Sibongisani Sibiya Postal address: Private Bag X9057 Secunda Postal code: 2302 Cell: Telephone: Fax: sibongisani.sibiya@labour.gov.za Department: Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Land Administration Contact person: G.O. Xaba Postal address: Private Bag x 9071, Ermelo Postal code: 2350 Cell: Telephone: Fax: gxaba@mpg.gov.za Department: Department of Mineral Resources Contact person: Ms. Martha Mokonyane Postal address: Private Bag X7279 Emalahleni Postal code: 1035 Cell: Telephone: Fax: / martha.mokonyane@dmr.gov.za Department: Contact person: Postal address: Postal code: Telephone: Cell: Fax: Department: Contact person: Postal address: Postal code: Telephone: Cell: Fax: Version 1: August

12 SECTION E: APPENDICES The following appendices must be attached to the basic assessment report as appropriate: Site plan(s) Photographs Facility illustration(s) Specialist reports Comments and responses report Other information Version 1: August

13 17/2/3/GS-79 Final Basic Assessment Report for the API Debottlenecking Project: Proposed Expansion of Stormwater Dams and Construction of Two Equalization Ponds, Mpumalanga June 2012 A Project for: Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd Tel: +27 (0) phyllisk@ssi.co.za Fountain Square, 78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park Ext. 2, Pretoria, 0181

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15 DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION Client: Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd Project Name: Final Basic Assessment Report for the Proposed Expansion of Stormwater Dams and Construction of Two Equalization Ponds, Secunda SSI Environmental Reference Number: E02.PTA Authority Reference: 17/2/3/GS-79 Compiled by: Ntseketsi Lerotholi Date: June 2012 Location: Pretoria Reviewer: Phyllis Kalele Signature Approval: Prashika Reddy SSI Environmental All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the written permission from SSI Environmental. Signature

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17 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION NEED AND DESIRABILITY APPROACH TO THE EIA STUDIES DETAILS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER ASSUMPTIONS AND GAPS IN KNOWLEDGE 3 2 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS THE CONSTITUTION OF SOUTH AFRICA NATIONAL LEGISLATION AND REGULATIONS NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT (NO 107 OF 1998) EIA REGULATIONS (2010) NATIONAL WATER ACT (NO 36 OF 1998) NATIONAL WASTE ACT (NO 59 OF 2008) NATIONAL HERITAGE RESOURCES ACT (NO 25 OF 1999) OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT (NO 85 OF 1993) OTHER RELEVANT ACTS, GUIDELINES, POLICIES, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INSTRUMENTS 6 3 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES SITE ALTERNATIVES STORMWATER DAMS EQUALIZATION PONDS NO GO ALTERNATIVE 9 4 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS AIMS OF THE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS AUTHORITY CONSULTATION CONSULTATION WITH OTHER RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS ADVERTISING IDENTIFICATION OF INTERESTED AND AFFECTED PARTIES ISSUES TRAIL PUBLIC REVIEW OF THE DRAFT BA REPORT FINAL BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT 13 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE STUDY AREA GEOLOGY TOPOGRAPHY AND SOILS WATER RESOURCES GEOHYDROLOGY (GROUND WATER) HYDROLOGY (SURFACE WATER) CLIMATE AND LOCAL WEATHER CONDITIONS WIND ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY 18

18 5.4.4 PRECIPITATION AIR QUALITY NOISE SOCIAL LAND-USE HEALTH AND SAFETY HERITAGE 21 6 IMPACTS ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY 22 7 IMPACTS ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT MEASURES CONSTRUCTION PHASE EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AT UNITS 58 AND CONSTRUCTION OF EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 1 (SOUTH OF UNIT 58: PREFERRED) CONSTRUCTION OF EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 2 (NORTH OF UNIT 252) CONSTRUCTION OF EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 258 OPTION 1 (WEST OF UNIT 258: PREFERRED) CONSTRUCTION OF EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 258 OPTION 2 (WEST OF UNIT 252) OPERATIONAL PHASE EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AT UNITS 58 AND OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 1 (SOUTH OF UNIT 58: PREFERRED) OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 2 (NORTH OF UNIT 252) OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 258 OPTION 1 (WEST OF UNIT 258: PREFERRED) OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 258 OPTION 2 (WEST OF UNIT 252) DECOMMISSIONING PHASE 54 8 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT 56

19 TABLE OF FIGURES FIGURE 1: BASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS 2 FIGURE 2: HOURLY MAXIMUM WIND SPEED ( ) 16 FIGURE 3: PERIOD WIND ROSE FOR THE SASOL CLUB (LEFT) AND LANGVERWACHT (RIGHT) MONITORING STATIONS FOR THE PERIOD JAN 2006 DEC FIGURE 4: STABILITY CLASS FREQUENCY DISTRIBUTION FOR SASOL CLUB (TOP) AND LANGERWACHT (BOTTOM) MONITORING STATIONS 18 FIGURE 5: DAILY AVERAGE DRY AND WET BULB TEMPERATURE AND RELATIVE HUMIDITY AT SSF EAST STATION 19 FIGURE 6: MEAN MONTHLY RAINFALL TOTALS AT SSF EAST AND WEST STATIONS 20 LIST OF TABLES TABLE 1: DETAILS OF THE EAP 3 TABLE 2: LISTED ACTIVITIES ACCORDING TO LISTING NOTICES 1 OF THE EIA REGULATIONS (2010) 4 TABLE 3: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF ENLARGING UNIT TK104 AND EXTENDING THE DAM ON THE WESTERN SIDE 7 TABLE 4: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF ENLARGING THE DAMS ON THE SOUTHERN AND WESTERN SIDES OF UNIT TABLE 5: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF THE PLACING THE EQUALIZATION IN THE WESTERN AND EASTERN SIDES OF THE SECUNDA COMPLEX 9 TABLE 6: KEY STAKEHOLDERS CONTACTED AS PART OF PP PROCESS 10 TABLE 7: ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASSES 17 TABLE 8: CRITERIA USED FOR THE RATING OF IMPACTS 22 TABLE 9: SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF CLASSIFIED IMPACTS 23 TABLE 11: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 1 30 TABLE 12: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 2 33 TABLE 13: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 58 DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE 36 TABLE 14: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 1 37 TABLE 15: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 2 40 TABLE 16: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 258 DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE 43 TABLE 17: POTENTIAL OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE EXPANSION OF THE STORMWATER DAMS 43 TABLE 18: POTENTIAL OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 1 46 TABLE 19: POTENTIAL OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 2 48 TABLE 20: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 58 DURING THE OPERATION PHASE 50 TABLE 21: OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF EQUALIZATION POND AT UNIT OPTION 1 50 TABLE 22: OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF EQUALIZATION POND AT UNIT OPTION 2 52 TABLE 23: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 258 DURING THE OPERATION PHASE 54 TABLE 24: POTENTIAL DECOMMISSIONING IMPACTS APPLICABLE TO THE ENTIRE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT 54 TABLE 25: SUMMARY OF AVERAGE POINTS FOR THE TWO EQUILIZATION POND OPTIONS FOR UNIT 25 AND

20 258 DURING THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE 56 TABLE 26: ACTIVITIES TO BE AUTHORISED 56 APPENDIX A APPENDIX B LOCALITY MAP SITE PLAN APPENDICES APPENDIX C APPENDIX D APPENDIX E APPENDIX E1 APPENDIX E2 APPENDIX E3 APPENDIX E4 APPENDIX F APPENDIX G APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORIZATION BLOCK FLOW DIAGRAM FOR THE PROPOSED UNITS 58 AND 258 OILY WATER SEPARATION AND HANDLING AND THE CLEAN STORMWATER STORAGE FACILITY PUBLIC PARTICIPATION SITE NOTICE PHOTOS I&AP DATABASE AND ISSUES TRAIL (COMMENTS AND RESPONSES REPORT) NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENT MINUTES OF MEETING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME PROOF OF SUBMISSION TO STATE DEPARTMENTS ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS API American Petroleum Industries BA Basic Assessment EAP Environmental Assessment Practitioner EIA Environmental Impact Assessment EMPr Environmental Management Programme I&AP Interested and Affected Party IDP Integrated Development Plan NEMA National Environmental Management Act (No 107 of 1998) NWA National Water Act (No 36 of 1998) OWS Oily Water Sewers SWUL Synfuels Water Use License Unit 252 Water Recovery (East) Unit 258 Oily Water and Clean Stormwater Treatment System (East) Unit 52 Water Recovery (West) Unit 58 Oily Water and Clean Stormwater Treatment System (West)

21 VOC WUL Volatile Organic Compounds Water Use License

22 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 1 INTRODUCTION The Sasol Synfuels factory clean stormwater and oily water separation systems (Units 58 and 258) handles all the stormwater and oily water run-off. The primary function of the stormwater systems is to ensure that any water released to the Klipspruit is quality controlled. Depending on the quality, the stormwater could also be routed to other destinations in the plant. The primary functions of the oily water systems are to remove oil and suspended solids from the water and to supply the Water Recovery Plant with water to be further processed as process cooling water make-up. There are oily water dams and stormwater dams on both the western and eastern sides (Units 58 and 258) of the factory that collect oily water and stormwater respectively from the factory. The current capacity of the dams in the clean stormwater systems is inadequate due to increased rainfall events being experienced due to climate and rainfall variability. In addition, the growth of the factory in the Sasol complex over the years has resulted in more water being channelled to Units 58 and 258 which house both the clean and oily water systems. These impacts negatively on the downstream water recovery unit, as well as ultimately impacting on the entire Synfuels complex due to the deterioration in process cooling water quality. Consequently, the existing stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 need to be expanded and two new equalization ponds need to be constructed in order to decongest the existing stormwater and oily water dams, pre-treatment processes and storage facilities. This will enable all water in the oily water system to be sent to Water Recovery for further processing and all water from the clean stormwater system to be controlled released to the Klipspruit or sent to other destinations in the plant depending on the water quality. The stormwater dams will be expanded at Units 58 and 258 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3.The two equalization ponds will be constructed also at Units 58 and 258 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3. The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hour mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252 (Water Recovery). It should be noted that the highest part of the pond walls (as measured from the outside toe of the wall to the highest part of the wall) does not exceed 5 m. The capacities of the various dams will be verified during detailed engineering studies. The proposed project is situated within the Sasol Industrial Complex in Secunda (refer to Appendix A for the Locality Map). 1.1 Need and Desirability It is a strategic objective of Sasol Synfuels to grow its business while sustaining its existing operations, without compromising on quality or jeopardising the environment. The key objectives for the expansion of two stormwater dams and construction of two equalization ponds are to: Provide adequate water storage capacity at the stormwater dams to meet legislative and operational requirements according to the National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998). Ensure adequate release capacity for clean stormwater into the Klipspruit. Debottleneck the oily water separation and handling facility to provide adequate oily water treatment capacity. Ensure that treated oily water does not mix with untreated oily water. Restore the system to provide a total long-term solution for the problems at the storm and oily water containment dams. Accommodate and provide for Synfuels factory future growth. 1.2 Approach to the EIA Studies The environmental impacts associated with the proposed project require investigation in compliance with the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (2010) published in Government Notice No. R. 543 and No. R. 544 and read with Section 24 (5) of the National Environmental Management Act (Act No 107 of 1998) (as amended). E02.PTA Page 1 SSI Environmental

23 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA The required environmental study is the undertaking of a Basic Assessment (BA) process which is being conducted in 3 phases (see Figure 1) namely: Phase 1: Project inception; Phase 2: Basic Assessment and Environmental Management Programme; and Phase 3: Authority review and response. Authority consultation Application for authorisation Phase 1 Project Inception BASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS Specialist Studies (Specialist studies determined based on desk-top analysis of site characteristics) Report Compilation Basic Assessment Report and EMPr Incorporation of specialist findings & recommendations (if any) Public Participation (a) Notification to I&APs & Stakeholders, BID, Site Notice, Advert Public Participation (b) Public review of draft BAR and EMPr Public consultation Phase 2 Basic Assessment & EMPr Authority review of final BAR and EMPr Authority recommendation / decision Phase 3 Authority Review Public Participation (c) & Response Issuing of Environmental Authorisation Inform I&APs, Advertise Environmental Authorisation FIGURE 1: BASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS 1.3 Details of the Environmental Assessment Practitioner SSI Environmental has been appointed as an Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) by Sasol Synfuels, to undertake the appropriate environmental studies for this proposed project. The professional team of SSI Environmental has considerable experience in the environmental management and EIA fields (refer to Table 1. SSI Environmental has been involved in and/or managed several of the largest Environmental Impact Assessments undertaken in South Africa to date. A specialist area of focus is on assessment of multi-faceted projects, including the establishment of linear developments (national and provincial roads, and power lines), bulk infrastructure and supply (e.g. wastewater treatment works, pipelines, landfills), electricity generation and transmission, the mining industry, urban, rural and township developments, environmental aspects of Local E02.PTA Page 2 SSI Environmental

24 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA Integrated Development Plans (LIDPs), as well as general environmental planning, development and management. CONSULTANT DETAILS Contact Persons: TABLE 1: DETAILS OF THE EAP SSI ENVIRONMENTAL Prashika Reddy and Phyllis Kalele Postal Address PO Box 25302, Monument Park, 0105 Telephone: Facsimile: Expertise: / Prashika Reddy is a senior environmental scientist / associate (BSc Honours Geography) with experience in various environmental fields including: environmental impact assessments, environmental management programmes, public participation and environmental monitoring and auditing. Ms Reddy has extensive experience in compiling environmental reports (Screening, Scoping, EIA and Status Quo Reports). She is a registered Professional Natural Scientist (Pr Sci Nat /10) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). Phyllis Kalele is a senior environmental consultant with experience in various facets of environmental management. These include conducting the Public Participation process; compiling Environmental Impact Reports; writing Environmental Management Programmes; conducting environmental awareness training; and conducting legal compliance audits. She is a registered Professional Natural Scientist (Pr Sci Nat /11) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). Ntseketsi Lerotholi is a senior environmental consultant with experience in various environmental fields which include Environmental Management Programmes, Environmental Management Plans, Financial Provisions, Social and Labour Plans, Performance audits, Environmental Impact Assessments, and Waste Management. 1.4 Assumptions and Gaps in Knowledge All information provided by Sasol Technology (Pty) Ltd to the EAP was correct and valid at the time it was provided. The EAP does not accept any responsibility in the event that additional information comes to light at a later stage of the process. All data from unpublished research is valid and accurate. The scope of this investigation is limited to assessing the potential environmental impacts associated with the API Debottlenecking project. E02.PTA Page 3 SSI Environmental

25 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 2 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS In order to protect the environment and ensure that the proposed expansion of the stormwater dams and construction of equalization ponds operate in an environmentally responsible manner, there are a number of significant pieces of environmental legislation and guidelines that need to be taken into account during this study. These include: 2.1 The Constitution of South Africa The Bill of Rights, in the Constitution of South Africa (No. 108 of 1996), states that everyone has a right to a nonthreatening environment and requires that reasonable measures be applied to protect the environment. This protection encompasses preventing pollution and promoting conservation and environmentally sustainable development. These principles are embraced in NEMA and given further expression. 2.2 National Legislation and Regulations National Environmental Management Act (No 107 of 1998) The National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) (No. 107 of 1998) (as amended) states that the principles of Integrated Environmental Management (IEM) should be adhered to in order to ensure sustainable development. A vital underpinning of the IEM procedure is accountability to the various parties that may be interested in or affected by a proposed development. Public participation is a requirement of the IEM procedure, in terms of the identification of potentially significant environmental impacts during the Scoping Phase. The IEM procedure aims to ensure that the environmental consequences of development proposals are understood and adequately considered during all stages of the project cycle, and that negative aspects are resolved or mitigated and positive aspects enhanced. Furthermore, Section 28(1) of the Act states that every person who causes or may cause significant pollution or degradation of the environment must take reasonable measures to prevent such pollution or degradation from occurring, continuing or recurring. If such pollution cannot be prevented then appropriate measures must be taken to minimise or rectify such pollution. The NEMA EIA Regulations (2010), which replaced the EIA Regulations (2006), were promulgated and came into effect on 02 August Government Notice 543, regulates the procedure and criteria as contemplated in Chapter 5 of NEMA, relating to the submission, processing and consideration of, and decision on, applications for environmental authorisations for the commencement of activities in order to avoid detrimental impacts on the environment, or where it can not be avoided, ensure mitigation and management of impacts to acceptable levels, and to optimise positive environmental impacts, and for matters pertaining thereto EIA Regulations (2010) The nature of the proposed project includes activities listed in the following Listing Notices GN R.544 (Listing Notice 1) of the EIA Regulations (2010) refer to Table 2. TABLE 2: LISTED ACTIVITIES ACCORDING TO LISTING NOTICES 1 OF THE EIA REGULATIONS (2010) LISTED ACTIVITIES LISTING NOTICE 1 (GN R.544) Activity 23 The transformation of undeveloped, vacant or derelict land to (i) residential, retail, commercial, recreational, industrial or institutional use, inside an urban area, and where the total area to be transformed is 5 hectares or more, but less than 20 hectares, or (ii) residential, retail, commercial, recreational, industrial or institutional use, outside an urban area and where the total area to be transformed is bigger than 1 hectare but less E02.PTA Page 4 SSI Environmental

26 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA than 20 hectares; - LISTED ACTIVITIES except where such transformation takes place (i) for linear activities; or (ii) for purposes of agriculture or afforestation, in which case Activity 16 of Notice No. R. 545 applies. Activity 41 Activity 52 The expansion of facilities or infrastructure for the off-stream storage of water, including dams and reservoirs, where the combined capacity will be increased by cubic metres or more. The expansion of facilities or infrastructure for the transfer of water from and to or between any combination of the following: (i) water catchments; (ii) water treatment works; or (iii) impoundments; where the capacity will be increased by cubic metres or more per day, but excluding water treatment works where water is treated for drinking purposes National Water Act (No 36 of 1998) The major objectives of the National Water Act (NWA) are to: Aid in providing basic human needs; Meet the growing demand of water in a sustainable manner; Ensure equal access to water and use of water resources; Protect the quality of water of natural resources; Ensure integrated management of water resources; Foster social and economic development; and Conserve aquatic and related ecosystems. As per Section 21 of the NWA, the proposed construction of the equalization ponds is classified as a water use under Activity g disposing of waste in a manner which may detrimentally impact on a water resource. Therefore, Sasol Synfuels is required to amend its existing water use license. The amendment to the current Synfuels Water Use License (SWUL) will be conducted separately from the Basic Assessment study although the two processes are running concurrently National Waste Act (No 59 of 2008) The National Environmental Management: Waste Act ( Act No 59 of 2008) reforms the law regulating waste management in order to protect health and the environment by providing reasonable measures for the prevention of pollution and ecological degradation and for securing ecologically sustainable development; to provide for institutional arrangements and planning matters; to provide for national norms and standards for regulating the management of waste by all spheres of government; to provide for specific waste management measures; to provide for the licensing and control of waste management activities; to provide for the remediation of contaminated land; to provide for the national waste information system; to provide for compliance and enforcement; and to provide for matters connected therewith. E02.PTA Page 5 SSI Environmental

27 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA National Heritage Resources Act (No 25 of 1999) The protection, management and evaluation of heritage resources are specifically addressed in the following: Section 34 Structures older than 60 years: In most cases evaluated and handled by Conservation Architects. Section 35 - Archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites: Provides protection for these sites on Provincial and National levels. Stipulates State ownership of all archaeological objects, palaeontological material and meteorites. Protects archaeological and palaeontological sites and meteorites from unlawful destruction, trade and excavation without permitting. Makes provision for mediated action to protect archaeological and palaeontological sites and meteorites being damaged. Register private collections of archaeological objects, palaeontological material and meteorites. Section 35 Burial grounds and graves: Provides protection for graves of conflict, as well as burial grounds containing graves of conflict. Graves and burial grounds older than 60 years outside formal cemeteries administered by local authorities. The issuing of permits for the exhumation and relocation of such graves and burial grounds. Section 38 Heritage Resources Management: Subsection (1) Stipulates the types of development that require the developer to contact the relevant heritage authority, to determine the need for a Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA). Stipulates the minimum information required in such a HIA. These requirements and the minimum requirements for Archaeological Impact Assessments were issued by SAHRA in Indicates evaluation timeframes by the relevant heritage Authority of the submitted HIA report. Indicates guidelines on the appeal process on decisions by the Heritage Authority Occupational Health and Safety Act (No 85 of 1993) The Occupational Health and Safety Act provides for the health and safety of persons at work and for the health and safety of persons in connection with the use of plant and machinery; the protection of persons other than persons at work, against hazards to health and safety arising out of or in connection with the activities of persons at work. 2.3 Other Relevant Acts, Guidelines, Departmental Policies, Environmental Management Instruments OTHER RELEVANT ACTS, GUIDELINES, DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INSTRUMENTS Gert Sibande District Municipality Spatial Development Framework (2009) National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act 39 of 2004 South African National Standard SANS 10103:2008 (The Measurement and Rating of Environmental Noise with Respect to Annoyance and Speech Communication) National Noise Control Regulations (1998) Sasol Safety, Health and Environmental Policy Mpumalanga Biodiversity Conservation Plan (2006) Hazardous Substances Act (No 15 of 1973) and regulations E02.PTA Page 6 SSI Environmental

28 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 3 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES In terms of the EIA Regulations, Section.28 (1) (c) feasible alternatives are required to be considered as part of the environmental investigations. In addition, the obligation that alternatives are investigated is also a requirement of Section 24(4) of the National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) (as amended). An alternative in relation to a proposed activity refers to the different means of meeting the general purpose and requirements of the activity (as defined in Government Notice R.543 of the EIA Regulations, 2010), which may include alternatives to: a) the property on which or location where it is proposed to undertake the activity; b) the type of activity to be undertaken; c) the design or layout of the activity; d) the technology to be used in the activity; e) the operational aspects of the activity; and f) the option of not implementing the activity. 3.1 Site Alternatives Stormwater Dams Unit 58 The area required for clean stormwater dam is approximately m 2 for a 6 m deep dam (to be verified during detailed engineering studies). The current site is constrained with space and does not allow a large dam to be built. Given the constraints of the site and the design intent of the project the only feasible option was to position the dam outside the primary area in the north and to move the bund wall on the western perimeter (refer to the Locality Map attached as Appendix A). The major advantages and disadvantages of enlarging Unit 58 stormwater dam (TK104) and extending the dam on the western side are presented in Table 3. TABLE 3: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF ENLARGING UNIT TK104 AND EXTENDING THE DAM ON THE WESTERN SIDE ADVANTAGES DISDVANTAGES Enlarging Unit 58 stormwater dam (TK104) to outside the primary perimeter Makes stormwater dam size bigger using minimal space Integration with existing facility simplified No electrical servitudes currently visible in the area of the expansion Makes up the difference of required dam size for stormwater Can fit in space next to existing plant Ease of integration with existing plant Additional dam on the west Perimeter fence needs to be moved Perimeter road will need to be moved to follow new fence profile Potable water line will need relocation Move stormwater drain line if necessary Remove bund wall on the west and replace with alternative measure e.g. wall with screens etc. (to be investigated) Relocate potable water line Move perimeter fence Unit 258 The area required for the clean stormwater dam is approximately m 2 for a 6 m deep dam (to be verified during detailed engineering studies). For this site, it is proposed to enlarge the dam on the southern and western sides of the unit. The major advantages and disadvantages of enlarging the dam on the southern and western sides are presented in Table 4. E02.PTA Page 7 SSI Environmental

29 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA TABLE 4: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF ENLARGING THE DAMS ON THE SOUTHERN AND WESTERN SIDES OF UNIT 258 ADVANTAGES DISDVANTAGES Enlarging the dam on the southern side of Unit 258 Expansion of existing plot space Relocation of fire water line Ease of integration with existing facilities Relocation of potable water line Avoids electrical servitudes Relocation of sanitary waste line Enlarging the dam on the western side of Unit 258 Expansion of existing plot space Ease of integration with existing facilities Relocation of potable water line Relocation of sanitary waste line Relocate small electrical servitude running across the dam No further site alternatives related to the expansion of the stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 will be assessed in this Basic Assessment study as the expansion activities are related to the extension of the existing dams Equalization Ponds The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery (Unit 52 and 252) with a 12-hour mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252 (Water Recovery) and thus forms part of the API debottlenecking project Unit 58 The volume required for the equalization pond of Unit 58 is approximately m 3. Two possible sites have been identified for the construction of the equalization pond: Option 1: South of Unit 58 next to TK101 inside the perimeter of Unit 58 (preferred) or Option 2: North of Unit 52 on the western side of the Secunda complex. ALTERNATIVE ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES In close proximity to the existing plant Option 1 - Placing pond to the south of Unit 58 Option 2 - Placing pond to the north of Unit 52 Easily integrates with existing facility Shorter additional pipe lengths Longer additional pipe lengths No foreseen impacts on underground services Removal of a portion of the south bund wall to accommodate dam size Relocation of sanitary waste line Cannot integrate easily with existing facility Additional pumping capacity required Both Options 1 and 2 will be further assessed in this Basic Assessment study. E02.PTA Page 8 SSI Environmental

30 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA Unit 258 The volume required for the equalization dam is approximately m 3. Two possible sites have been identified for the construction of the equalization pond: Option 1: West of Unit 258 on the eastern side of the Secunda complex (preferred) or Option 2: West of Unit 252 on the western side of the Secunda complex. TABLE 5: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF THE PLACING THE EQUALIZATION IN THE WESTERN AND EASTERN SIDES OF THE SECUNDA COMPLEX ALTERNATIVE ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES Option 1 - Placing pond to the In close proximity to the existing Relocation of sanitary waste line west of Unit 258 plant Easily integrates with existing facility Shorter additional pipe lengths Option 2 - Placing pond to the west of Unit 252 Longer additional pipe lengths Relocation of sanitary waste line No foreseen impacts on underground services Both Options 1 and 2 will be further assessed in this Basic Assessment study. Cannot integrate easily with existing facility Currently situated in the 100 year flood zone Additional pumping capacity required 3.2 No Go Alternative The clean stormwater and oily water separation systems will be non-compliant with the National Water Act (No. 36 of 1998) should there be no expansion of the existing stormwater dams and no construction of the two proposed equalization ponds. This would further result in the dams not having sufficient capacity to handle the changing rainfall events in the Secunda area resulting in uncontrolled release into the Klipspruit. Furthermore, water quality could potentially be compromised resulting in non-compliance with the current Synfuels Water Use License conditions. Apart from legislative requirements, operational challenges are experienced at the Oily Water Separation and Handling Facility at Unit 58. These challenges include higher hydraulic load on existing dams due to increased run-off areas, hydraulic overloading of existing process equipment and reduced dam capacities due to sedimentation build up. Subsequently, this impacts negatively on the downstream water recovery unit as well as ultimately impacting on the entire Synfuels complex due to the deterioration in process cooling water quality. E02.PTA Page 9 SSI Environmental

31 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 4 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS 4.1 Aims of the Public Participation Process The primary aims of the public participation process are: to inform interested and affected parties (I&APs) and key stakeholders of the proposed application and environmental studies; to initiate meaningful and timeous participation of I&APs; to identify issues and concerns of key stakeholders and I&APs with regards to the application for the development (i.e. focus on important issues); to promote transparency and an understanding of the project and its potential environmental (social and biophysical) impacts (both positive and negative); to provide information used for decision-making; to provide a structure for liaison and communication with I&APs and key stakeholders; to ensure inclusivity (the needs, interests and values of I&APs must be considered in the decision-making process); to focus on issues relevant to the project, and issues considered important by I&APs and key stakeholders; and to provide responses to I&AP queries. 4.2 Authority Consultation The competent authority, Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET) reviewing the project and providing environmental authorisation was consulted from the outset of this study. Authority consultation included the following activities: Submission of an application for environmental authorisation in terms of Section 26 of the EIA Regulations (2010) on 23 January Approval of the application documentation by MDEDET was received on 02 February 2012 (see Appendix C). Site visit with MDEDET officials (Bheki Mndawe, Nelisiwe Mlangeni and Bulelwa Shabalala) on 05 June Consultation with Other Relevant Stakeholders Consultation with other relevant key stakeholders will be undertaken through telephone calls and written correspondence in order to actively engage these stakeholders from the outset and to provide background information about the project during the draft Basic Assessment Phase. These stakeholders included: TABLE 6: KEY STAKEHOLDERS CONTACTED AS PART OF PP PROCESS CONTACT PERSON ORGANISATION NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATIONS (NGOs) Andrew Rossaak WESSA: Regional Chairperson Carolyn Ah Shene-Verdoorn Birdlife South Africa Marianna Nieuwoudt Olifants River Forum Siziwe Khanyile groundwork Rico Euripidou groundwork GOVERNMENT E02.PTA Page 10 SSI Environmental

32 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA CONTACT PERSON Martha Mokonyane Sibongisani Sibiya JM van Aswegen Thabo Magemba Vaino Prinsloo Thamsanqa Xesibe I Silinda N Machete Dan Hlanyane SS Nkosi Sibongile Zibakalala Willie Coetzee LH Mathunyane Kamesh Rohan Bongani Cedric Malaza Albert Olivier Ignatius Mathebula Philisiwe Nzama Embalenhle: Ward 4 C Gwiji Embalenhle: Ward 7 Thabo Tsotetsi Embalenhle: Ward 8 D Mahlangu Embalenhle: Ward 9 Johana Ndlovu Embalenhle: Ward 10 A Motaung-Sithole Embalenhle: Ward 11 Nick Mathabe Embalenhle: Ward 12 T Mtsweni Embalenhle: Ward 19 Simon Mabena Embalenhle: Ward 20 Timothy Denny Secunda : Ward 5 Angela van Rooyen Secunda : Ward 21 Naomi Victor Secunda : Ward 25 Tarnia Baker Secunda : Ward 30 Elizma Labuschagne Reveck Hariram William Matonana Richard Morajane Len Roodtman Saul Vilakazi Johannes Nkosi Hennie du Preez FJ Papendorp Francois Rohrbeck George Malatsi Nomsa Mahlangu Mpho Magasa ORGANISATION Department of Mineral Resources Department of Labour Department of Water Affairs Department of Labour Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency Department of Water Affairs Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Land Administration SAHRA Eastvaal District Council LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality: Municipal Manager Govan Mbeki Municipality Manager, Physical Development Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality WARD COUNCILLORS Secunda OTHER STAKEHOLDERS Waterval Forum EUWO Secunda Cosatu Local Waterval Forum - Harmony Highveld Ridge TLC Embalenhle Environmental Recreational Club Goedehoop Primary School Highveld Ridge Primary School Fire Department Zamokuhle Primary School Community Police Forum E02.PTA Page 11 SSI Environmental

33 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 4.4 Advertising In compliance with the EIA Regulations (2010), notifications of the commencement of the BA process for the project were sent to Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) on 16 February I&APs were requested to register their interest in the project and become involved in the BA process. The primary aim of these notifications was to ensure that the widest group of I&APs possible was informed and invited to provide input and questions and comments on the project. In addition to advertisements, A2 size site notices in English were placed at the following public places advertising the EIA process for the project on 24 February 2012: Charlie One (main gate) and North gate of the Sasol Secunda Complex Secunda Municipal Library Sasol Club Refer to Appendix E1 for photos of site notices. 4.5 Identification of Interested and Affected Parties I&APs were identified primarily through an existing database as well as from responses received from the site notices mentioned above. The contact details of all identified I&APs are updated on the project database, which is included in Appendix E2. This database will be updated on an on-going basis throughout the BA process. 4.6 Issues Trail Issues and concerns raised in the public participation process during the BA process were compiled into an Issues Trail. This Issues Trail reflects the issues raised by I&APs during consultation, and provide an indication of particular areas within which concerns were raised. The Issues Trail has been included in Appendix E Public Review of the Draft BA Report An advert was placed in the Ridge Times and Echo News on 04 and 05 April 2012 respectively informing I&APs of the application and the availability of the draft BAR and EMPr for review and comment. The Echo News and Ridge Times are free weekly community newspapers. Additionally, all registered I&APs will be notified of the availability of the report in writing. Refer to Appendix E3 for the newspaper adverts. The draft BAR, together with the EMPr were made available for authority and public review for a total of 40 calendar days. In addition, the report was also made available at the following public locations (which are all readily accessible to I&APs) within the study area: Secunda Municipal Library Sasol Technology Library Embalenhle Municipal Library Offices of SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park, Pretoria); and SSI Environmental website ( A public meeting was held on 08 May 2012 at the Kruik Conference Centre in Secunda. Refer to Appendix E4 for minutes of the meeting. E02.PTA Page 12 SSI Environmental

34 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 4.8 Final Basic Assessment Report The final stage in the Basic Assessment process will entail the capturing of responses and comments from I&APs on the draft BAR in order to refine the BAR, and ensure that all issues of significance are addressed. The final BAR will be submitted to MDEDET for review and decision-making. According to Section 56 (6) of the EIA (2010) regulations, registered I&APs must comment on final reports and submit the comments to the competent authority (MDEDET) and provide a copy of such comments to the applicant (Sasol) or EAP (SSI Environmental). E02.PTA Page 13 SSI Environmental

35 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE STUDY AREA 5.1 Geology Sasol s Secunda plant is underlain by rocks belonging to the Vryheid Formation of the Ecca Group, Karoo Supergroup. These rocks primarily consist of sandstones, shales and coal beds and are extensively intruded by dolerites of Jurassic age. The dolerites occur both as sills and linear dyke structures that may extend over tens of kilometers. 5.2 Topography and Soils The topography of the greater study area is relatively flat and stable with little agricultural potential. The greater study area falls within the Karoo Supergroup, however the proposed site is highly transformed. The highest point of the site elevation is 1600 m above sea level. Soils in the proposed area have been disturbed with the historical establishment of the Secunda Complex in the 1970 s where the existing soil was replaced with a 1:1 mixture of dolerite and ash. The importation and compaction of fill material has inherently created a near impermeable soil horizon, minimizing the potential for the ingress of contaminants from surface into the underlying subsoil. 5.3 Water Resources Geohydrology (Groundwater) The groundwater at the Sasol Complex is characterised by two groundwater aquifers, including a weathered aquifer occurring at a depth of between 8 and 14 m below existing ground level, and a fractured rock aquifer occurring at depths greater than 20 m below existing ground level. The weathered aquifer occurs within the weathered shale, siltstone and mudstones of the Karoo Formation, this aquifer consequently has a low permeability of, on average, m/day, whereas the fractured rock aquifer has a very low permeability of, on average, m/day. The low permeability s of the weathered and fractures rock aquifer will limit the movement of contaminants within the groundwater system. Groundwater flows in a northerly direction towards the Klipspruit with a relatively low hydraulic gradient of 0.08, based on topographical elevations Groundwater Quality Monitoring boreholes located within the factory and to the north of the Klipspruit have indicated the character of the groundwater quality to be dominated by inorganic components, calcium, sodium, nitrate, ammonia, sulphate, iron and manganese. As could be expected, groundwater quality monitoring boreholes in close proximity of contaminant sources reflect localized elevated contaminant levels. Usually, this occurs at a shallow depth of about 5 m. However, it should be noted that background total dissolved concentrations in boreholes within the greater Secunda area could reflect values up to about 850 mg/l. It should be noted that a 5 km exclusion zone has been established in terms of groundwater abstractive use around the Complex. Consequently there are no direct users of groundwater within the area of potential influence Hydrology (Surface Water) The Sasol Secunda Industrial and Mining Complex is located in the upper reaches of the Waterval River, affecting the following tributaries of this river: Klein and Groot Bossiespruit Brandspruit Klipspruit Trichardspruit E02.PTA Page 14 SSI Environmental

36 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA The above streams combine into the Trichardspruit and after the confluence with the Grootspruit, the Trichardspruit joins the Waterval River. The water quality and flow profile of the Waterval River changed substantially from the time Sasol Industrial and Mining Complex was established in the late 1970 s. A notable portion of the salinity generated in the Waterval River catchment now originates from the Trichardspruit subcatchment in which the Sasol Secunda Industrial and Mining Complex is located Surface Water Quality Sasol Synfuels monitors the quality of water in the adjacent surface water streams in accordance with license conditions. A review of Sasol Synfuels monitoring data for the Klipspruit (RESM 17) being the upper catchment, RESM 7 being midpoint of the Northern Boundary section of the Klipspruit of the Complex and RESM 6 being at the Charlie 2 Bridge exit of the Northern Boundary section of the Klipspruit, indicates some variability in water quality, principally associated with the seasonality of flow in the Klipspruit, and extended periods of no flow or low flow. The surface water qualities are principally characterised by the presence of inorganics. Elevated salt concentrations have been observed to occur during periods of relatively high flow, suggesting that salts accumulated in the upper catchment are washed into the Klipspruit at such times. It should be noted that stormwater is not released directly to the Klipspruit from the Complex but routed through the clean stormwater systems (which are the subject of this BA study) and quality checked for compliance before release, treatment or reuse. RESM 11 and 13 are surface water quality monitoring points on the Bossiespruit, forming the Southern Boundary of the Sasol Synfuels Complex. RESM 1 is the water use license compliance monitoring point after the convergence of the Bossiespruit and the Klipspruit and prior to the watercourse leaving the Complex boundary. 5.4 Climate and Local Weather Conditions Local meteorological data was obtained from Sasol which commissioned a study 1 in 2010 to record the Secunda site meteorological information. Meteorological data was obtained from the following stations: Sasol Synfuels (SSF) East and West Stations which are located inside the Secunda plant. These are affected by the operations inside the plant. Club Station is located just outside the Charlie One gate. It is relatively distant from the plant and therefore influenced more by residential and commercial buildings in Secunda. Charlie 3 / Langverwacht Station is located to the west of the plant and is more influenced by the ash dumps. Meteorological parameters recorded at these stations include wind speed, wind direction, temperature, humidity, and precipitation. Given the proximity of these stations to the plant, data from these stations is considered representative of the prevailing meteorological conditions in the area Wind Wind roses comprise of 16 spokes which represent the directions from which winds blew during the period. The colours reflect the different categories of wind speeds. The dotted circles provide information regarding the frequency of occurrence of wind speed and direction categories. As shown in Figure 2 overleaf, highest hourly maximum wind speeds for the various monitoring stations were experienced during the following months: a) Club Station September b) Langwervacht November 1 Airshed Planning Professionals (Pty) Ltd, Sasol Secunda Site Meteorological Information Report. E02.PTA Page 15 SSI Environmental

37 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA c) SSF East May and September d) SSF West - August FIGURE 2: HOURLY MAXIMUM WIND SPEED ( ) FIGURE 3: PERIOD WIND ROSE FOR THE SASOL CLUB (LEFT) AND LANGVERWACHT (RIGHT) MONITORING STATIONS FOR THE PERIOD JAN 2006 DEC 2010 E02.PTA Page 16 SSI Environmental

38 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA Atmospheric Stability Atmospheric stability is commonly categorised into six stability classes (Table 7). The atmospheric boundary layer is usually unstable during the day due to turbulence caused by the sun's heating effect on the earth's surface. The depth of this mixing layer depends mainly on the amount of solar radiation, increasing in size gradually from sunrise to reach a maximum at about 5-6 hours after sunrise. The degree of thermal turbulence is increased on clear warm days with light winds. During the night-time a stable layer, with limited vertical mixing, exists. During windy and/or cloudy conditions, the atmosphere is normally neutral. TABLE 7: ATMOSPHERIC STABILITY CLASSES A Very unstable Calm wind, clear skies, hot daytime conditions B Moderately unstable Clear skies, daytime conditions C Unstable Moderate wind, slightly overcast daytime conditions D Neutral High winds or cloudy days and nights E Stable Moderate wind, slightly overcast nighttime conditions F Very stable Low winds, clear skies, cold night-time conditions In general, the monitoring station sites experience very stable (Class F) atmospheric conditions (Figure 4). This is expected given the predominance of a high-pressure anticyclone over South Africa which produces stable, clear conditions. E02.PTA Page 17 SSI Environmental

39 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA FIGURE 4: STABILITY CLASS FREQUENCY DISTRIBUTION FOR SASOL CLUB (TOP) AND LANGERWACHT (BOTTOM) MONITORING STATIONS Temperature and Humidity Temperature affects the formation, action, and interactions of pollutants in various ways 2. Chemical reaction rates tend to increase with temperature and the warmer the air, the more water it can hold and hence the higher the humidity. When relative humidity exceeds 70%, light scattering by suspended particles begins to increase, as a function of increased water uptake by the particles 3. This results in decreased visibility due to the resultant haze. Many pollutants may also dissolve in water to form acids. Temperature also provides an indication of the rate of development and dissipation of the mixing layer. Average daily dry and wet bulb temperature and humidity recorded at the SSF East Station is given in Figure 5 overleaf. Daily average summer temperatures range between 14.6 C to 19.5 C while winter temperatures range between 5.5 C to 11.1 C. Relative humidity is lowest during winter at 51.6% and highest in summer at 65.5%. 2 Kupchella, C.E. and M.C. Hyland, Environmental Science. Living Within the System of Nature. Prentice Hall, New Jersey. 3 CEPA/FPAC Working Group, National Ambient Air Quality Objectives for Particulate Matter. Part 1: Science Assessment Document. Minister, Public Works and Government Services, Ontario. Available at URL: E02.PTA Page 18 SSI Environmental

40 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA FIGURE 5: DAILY AVERAGE DRY AND WET BULB TEMPERATURE AND RELATIVE HUMIDITY AT SSF EAST STATION Precipitation The area under investigation lies in the summer rainfall region of South Africa. Mean annual rainfall of mm and 675 mm has been recorded at the SSF East and West monitoring stations respectively. Figure 6 below depicts mean monthly rainfall received at the SSF East and West stations for the period 1999 to Highest rainfall is experienced during the month of January while the lowest is received in August. E02.PTA Page 19 SSI Environmental

41 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA FIGURE 6: MEAN MONTHLY RAINFALL TOTALS AT SSF EAST AND WEST STATIONS 5.5 Air Quality On 23 November 2007, the Highveld was declared a priority area, referred to as the Highveld Priority Area, in terms of section 18(1) of the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004 (Act No 39 of 2004). This implies that the ambient air quality within the Highveld Priority Area exceeds or may exceed ambient air quality standards, alternatively, that a situation exists within the Highveld Priority Area, which is causing or may cause a significant negative impact on air quality in the area, and that the area requires specific air quality management action to rectify the situation. The area declared as such, includes inter alia the local municipalities of Govan Mbeki, Dipaleseng, Lekwa, Msukaligwa, and Pixley ka Seme. Hence, five of the seven local municipalities constituting the District form part of the Highveld Priority Area. 5.6 Noise The Sasol Synfuels Complex is a source of existing noise as a result of current industrial processes that are taking place. The noise at the plant will be generated from the operation of the three pumps. 5.7 Social The proposed project falls within the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality which is located in the north west of the Gert Sibande District Municipality. The Govan Mbeki Local Municipality has the most diversified economy within the Gert Sibande District Municipality., dominated by the petrochemical industry (Sasol II and III complexes) and coal and gold mining. Secunda and Embalenhle are the closest town/communities to the study area. The study area extends potentially across much of the Govan Mbeki Municipality, which consists of Secunda, Embalenhle, Kinross, Evander, Trichardt, Charl Cilliers, Leslie/Leandra, Lebohang, Eendracht, Bethal and E02.PTA Page 20 SSI Environmental

42 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA emzinoni. The Govan Mbeki Local Municipality has the largest number (53.8% or people) 4 and highest level of employment within the District. This could be attributed to the fact that the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality is one of two local municipalities that hosts the majority of all the mining, manufacturing and agricultural activity taking place within the District. 5.8 Land-use The Sasol Synfuels Industrial Complex is surrounded by a number of different land uses i.e. industrial, residential, commercial and agricultural. The middle to high income residential area of Secunda is located approximately 5 km north-east of the Complex and includes a variety of commercial activities. In turn, the low cost housing development of Embalenhle is located 10 km north-west of the site. Due to the highly industrialised nature of the area there is extensive infrastructural development including an extensive road and rail network. 5.9 Health and Safety The nature of Sasol s business brings with it substantial inherent safety, health and environmental (SH&E) risks. The group s annual sustainable development reporting includes a comprehensive list of these potential risks, the most substantial of which are: the risk of fire or explosion at sites that host inventories of flammable hydrocarbons above ground; risks associated with extensive underground coal operations; and toxicity risks associated with the wide range of hazardous chemicals that are produced. Sasol s Safety and Health standards and specifications are compulsory and applicable to all new projects such as the proposed expansion of stormwater dams and construction of equalization ponds Heritage The Sasol Synfuels Complex is a highly developed Industrial area that has been in operation for more than 30 years, the landscape has been changed by the development. None of the structures have aesthetic, historic, research or historical significance. There are no sites of archaeological or cultural significance known on the proposed study area. Sasol will ensure that all requirements of Chapter II, Section 38 of the National Heritage Resources Act, Act 25 of 1999, are complied with in the EIA process and that the comments and/or recommendations of the relevant heritage resources authority responsible for the area in which the development is proposed, are considered. 4 Gert Sibande District Municipality, Spatial Development Framework. E02.PTA Page 21 SSI Environmental

43 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 6 IMPACTS ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY The potential environmental impacts associated with the project will be evaluated according to it nature, extent, duration, intensity, probability and significance of the impacts, whereby: Nature: A brief written statement of the environmental aspect being impacted upon by a particular action or activity; Extent: The area over which the impact will be expressed; Duration: Indicates what the lifetime of the impact will be; Intensity: Describes whether an impact is destructive or benign; Probability: Describes the likelihood of an impact actually occurring; and Cumulative: In relation to an activity, means the impact of an activity that in itself may not be significant but may become significant when added to the existing and potential impacts eventuating from similar or diverse activities or undertakings in the area. TABLE 8: CRITERIA USED FOR THE RATING OF IMPACTS CRITERIA DESCRIPTION National (4) Regional (3) Local (2) Site (1) EXTENT The whole of South Africa Provincial and parts of neighbouring provinces Within a radius of 2 km of the construction site Within the construction site Permanent (4) Long-term (3) Medium-term (2) Short-term (1) DURATION Mitigation either by man or natural process will not occur in such a way or in such a time span that the impact can be considered transient The impact will continue or last for the entire operational life of the development, but will be mitigated by direct human action or by natural processes thereafter. The only class of impact which will be non-transitory The impact will last for the period of the construction phase, where after it will be entirely negated The impact will either disappear with mitigation or will be mitigated through natural process in a span shorter than the construction phase Very High (4) High (3) Moderate (2) Low (1) INTENSITY Natural, cultural and social functions and processes are altered to extent that they permanently cease Natural, cultural and social functions and processes are altered to extent that they temporarily cease Affected environment is altered, but natural, cultural and social functions and processes continue albeit in a modified way Impact affects the environment in such a way that natural, cultural and social functions and processes are not affected Definite (4) Highly Probable (3) Possible (2) Improbable (1) PROBABILTY OF OCCURANCE Impact will certainly occur Most likely that the impact will occur The impact may occur Likelihood of the impact materialising is very low E02.PTA Page 22 SSI Environmental

44 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA Significance is determined through a synthesis of impact characteristics. Significance is an indication of the importance of the impact in terms of both physical extent and time scale, and therefore indicates the level of mitigation required. The total number of points scored for each impact indicates the level of significance of the impact. TABLE 9: SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF CLASSIFIED IMPACTS Low impact (4-6 points) Medium impact (7-9 points) High impact (10-12 points) Very High impact (13-16 points) Status Positive (+) Negative (-) Neutral (/) A low impact has no permanent impact of significance. Mitigation measures are feasible and are readily instituted as part of a standing design, construction or operating procedure. Mitigation is possible with additional design and construction inputs. The design of the site may be affected. Mitigation and possible remediation are needed during the construction and/or operational phases. The effects of the impact may affect the broader environment. Permanent and important impacts. The design of the site may be affected. Intensive remediation is needed during construction and/or operational phases. Any activity which results in a very high impact is likely to be a fatal flaw. Denotes the perceived effect of the impact on the affected area. Beneficial impact. Deleterious or adverse impact. Impact is neither beneficial nor adverse. The suitability and feasibility of all proposed mitigation measures will be included in the assessment of significant impacts. This will be achieved through the comparison of the significance of the impact before and after the proposed mitigation measure is implemented. Mitigation measures identified as necessary will be included in an EMPr. The EMPr will form part of the Basic Assessment Report (BAR). E02.PTA Page 23 SSI Environmental

45 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 7 IMPACTS ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT MEASURES This section aims to identify the potential positive and negative impacts (both biophysical and social) associated with the proposed expansion of stormwater dams and construction of two equalization ponds. The following potential environmental impacts have been considered for the proposed project (see Table 10): 7.1 Construction Phase Expansion of Stormwater Dams at Units 58 and 258 TABLE 10: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE EXPANSION OF THE STORMWATER DAMS POTENTIAL IMPACTS Topography and Soils: Soil exchange and historical contamination. Alteration of topography due to stockpiling of soil, building material, debris and waste material on site. Potential erosion, degradation and loss of topsoil due to construction activities as well surface and stormwater runoff. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) PROPOSED MITIGATION A geotechnical and topographical study needs to be carried out on the selected sites in the next phase of the project. All site disturbances must be limited to the areas where structures will be constructed. Consider using any excess rocks and boulders that are excavated from the construction site for any erosion protection work which is required on site. Excess material as a result of excavation activities together with construction rubble must be removed, once construction is completed and appropriately disposed of. Suitable excavated material is to be stockpiled next to excavations for use as backfill and all unsuitable or excess material must be loaded onto trucks and hauled to designated areas. Backfill material must be from excavated material or dolerite/ash obtained from a licensed source. Areas to be backfilled must be cleared of all unsuitable material and debris. Topsoil should only be exposed for minimal SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 24 SSI Environmental

46 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS Geohydrology (groundwater) and Hydrology (surface water): Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of chemicals; SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) PROPOSED MITIGATION periods of time and adequately stockpiled to prevent the topsoil loss and runoff. Soils excavated must be tested and if it is established that there is contamination, the soils should be treated at onsite facilities or disposed of properly by a reputable waste management company. All stockpiles must be restricted to designated areas. Land disturbance must be minimised in order to prevent erosion and run-off this includes leaving exposed soils open for a prolonged period of time. Areas susceptible to erosion must be protected by installing the necessary temporary and/or permanent drainage works as possible to prevent surface water from being concentrated in streams. Any tunnels or erosion channels developed during the construction period shall be backfilled and compacted, and the area restored to a proper condition. Floor of dams will be modified so that the contaminated water will not permeate into the underground soil. Implement the appropriate topsoil and stormwater runoff control management measures to prevent the loss of topsoil. Floor of dams will be modified so that the contaminated water will not permeate into the underground soil. All hazardous substances must be stored on an impervious surface in a designated bunded area, able to contain 110% of the total volume of materials stored at any given time. The integrity of the impervious surface and bunded area must be inspected regularly SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 25 SSI Environmental

47 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials. During construction shallow groundwater which could contain elevated salt concentrations may be encountered. and any maintenance work conducted must be recorded in a maintenance report. Shallow groundwater needs to be tested and diverted to an appropriate destination to avoid contamination. Provide proper warning signage to make people aware of the activities within designated areas. Employees should be provided with absorbent spill kits and disposal containers to handle spillages. Train employees and contractors on the correct handling of spillages and precautionary measures that need to be implemented to minimise potential spillages. All earth moving vehicles and equipment must be regularly maintained to ensure their integrity and reliability. No repairs may be undertaken beyond the contractor lay-down area. Employees should record and report any spillages to the responsible person. An Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan will be developed and implemented should an incident occur. Access to storage areas on site must be restricted to authorised employees only. Ensure the establishment of stormwater diversion berms around the contractor laydown area and other potential contaminated areas (e.g. diesel storage tanks or refuelling station). All contaminated standing water should be immediately removed and treated or disposed of appropriately. All incidents must be reported to the responsible site officer as soon as it occurs. Care must be taken to ensure that no water E02.PTA Page 26 SSI Environmental

48 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Biodiversity (fauna and flora) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) from the construction site enters the natural watercourse. Preventative measures include establishing sumps from where contaminated water can be either treated in situ or removed to an appropriate waste site. Wastewater should be directed into proper stormwater drains. Sewage water should not be channelled through stormwater drains or be allowed to flow freely or stagnate on the soil surface. Stormwater management structures (channels, bunded areas, sumps) should be designed into the project to trap any potentially contaminated stormwater and return it to the relevant process or allow it to be stored and properly disposed off. Excess or spilled concrete should be confined within the works area and then removed to a waste site. No mitigation measures proposed as the site is highly transformed with existing infrastructure. Impact on biodiversity is therefore not significant. Significance: Low (-4) E02.PTA Page 27 SSI Environmental

49 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Air Quality: The following activities have been identified as possible sources of fugitive dust during construction operations at the site: Dust from access roads. Dust from bare area cleared for construction. Debris handling. Emissions from construction machinery and equipment. Trucks transporting spoil and fill material. Noise: During the construction phase there is likely to be an increase in noise pollution. The following possible sources of noise could potentially generate noise pollution during construction: Construction activities (excavating and site clearing). Construction vehicles and construction staff. Operation of pumps at the site. Blasting and or drilling. Waste: Waste generation during the construction phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) There should be strict speed limits on site roads to prevent the liberation of dust into the atmosphere. Dust must be suppressed on the construction site, temporary dirt roads and during the transportation of material during dry periods by the regular application of water. Water used for this purpose must be used in quantities that will not result in the generation of run-off. All site workers during construction will need to wear the appropriate PPE to avoid any exposure to contaminated dust particles. Provide all equipment with standard silencers. Maintain silencer units in vehicles and equipment in good working order. Construction staff working in area where the 8-hour ambient noise levels exceed 85dBA must have the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). General waste disposal bins will be made available for employees to use throughout the construction phase. Where possible construction waste on site should be recycled or reused. Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) E02.PTA Page 28 SSI Environmental

50 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS controlled adequately. Waste on site includes domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, insulation material, building rubble and other construction waste. Employment: Limited opportunities do, however, exist for manual labour for unskilled tasks, where the appointed contractor would be required to make use of local workers (e.g. for SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION Significance: Medium (-8) Waste will be temporarily stored on site (less than 90 days) before being disposed off appropriately. General waste will be disposed of an approved waste disposal facility. Records of all waste being taken off site must be recorded and kept as evidence. Evidence of correct disposal must be kept. Building rubble will be used, where possible, in construction or buried with the necessary town planning approvals. Where this is not possible, the rubble will be disposed of at an appropriate site. Burning of waste material will not be permitted. Hazardous materials will be generated if there are spillages during construction and maintenance periods. This waste should be cleaned up using absorbent material provided in spill kits on site. Absorbent materials used to clean up spillages should be disposed of in a separate hazardous waste bin. The storage area for hazardous material must be concreted, bunded, covered, labelled and well ventilated. Provide employees with appropriate PPE for handling hazardous materials. All hazardous waste will be disposed of in a registered hazardous waste disposal facility. Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) All labour (skilled and unskilled) and contractors should be sourced locally where possible. Recruitment at the construction site will not be allowed. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Significance: Low (-6) Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) E02.PTA Page 29 SSI Environmental

51 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS loading building materials and the digging of foundations). Safety: Staff safety during construction. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) PROPOSED MITIGATION Ensure the appointment of a Safety Officer to continuously monitor the safety conditions during construction. All construction staff must have the appropriate PPE. The construction staff handling chemicals or hazardous materials must be trained in the use of the substances and the environmental, health and safety consequences of incidents. Report and record any environmental, health and safety incidents to the responsible person. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Construction of Equalization Pond for Unit 58 Option 1 (South of Unit 58: Preferred) POTENTIAL IMPACTS Topography and Soils: Soil exchange and historical contamination. Alteration of topography due to removal of a portion of the south bund wall, stockpiling of soil, building material, debris and waste material on site. Potential erosion, degradation and loss of TABLE 11: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 1 SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF PROPOSED MITIGATION IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Low (-7) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 30 SSI Environmental

52 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: topsoil due to construction activities as well surface and stormwater runoff. Geohydrology (groundwater) and Hydrology (surface water): Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of chemicals; oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) During construction shallow groundwater which could contain elevated salt concentrations may be encountered. Biodiversity (fauna and flora) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) No mitigation measures proposed as the site is highly transformed with existing infrastructure. Impact on biodiversity is therefore not significant. Air Quality: The following activities have been identified as possible sources of fugitive dust during construction operations at the site: Dust from access roads. Dust from bare area cleared for construction. Debris handling. Significance: Low (-4) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 31 SSI Environmental

53 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Emissions from construction machinery and equipment. Trucks transporting spoil and fill material. Noise: During the construction phase there is likely to be an increase in noise pollution. The following possible sources of noise could potentially generate noise pollution during construction: Construction activities (excavating and site clearing). Construction vehicles and construction staff. Operation of pumps at the site. Blasting and or drilling. Waste: Waste generation during the construction phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste on site includes domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, insulation material, building rubble and other construction waste. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Employment: Limited opportunities do, Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) E02.PTA Page 32 SSI Environmental

54 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS however, exist for manual labour for unskilled tasks, where the appointed contractor would be required to make use of local workers (e.g. for loading building materials and the digging of foundations). Safety: Staff safety during construction. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: (Appendix F). Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Construction of Equalization Pond for Unit 58 Option 2 (North of Unit 252) TABLE 12: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 2 POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Topography and Soils: Soil exchange and historical contamination. Alteration of topography due to stockpiling of soil, building material, debris and waste material on site. Potential erosion, degradation and loss of topsoil due to construction activities as well surface and Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 33 SSI Environmental

55 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: stormwater runoff. Geohydrology (groundwater) and Hydrology (surface water): Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of chemicals; oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) During construction shallow groundwater which could contain elevated salt concentrations may be encountered. Biodiversity (fauna and flora) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) No mitigation measures proposed as the site is highly transformed with existing infrastructure. Impact on biodiversity is therefore not significant. Air Quality: The following activities have been identified as possible sources of fugitive dust during construction operations at the site: Dust from access roads. Dust from bare area cleared for construction. Debris handling. Emissions from Significance: Low (-4) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 34 SSI Environmental

56 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: construction machinery and equipment. Trucks transporting spoil and fill material. Noise: During the construction phase there is likely to be an increase in noise pollution. The following possible sources of noise could potentially generate noise pollution during construction: Construction activities (excavating and site clearing). Construction vehicles and construction staff. Operation of pumps at the site. Blasting and or drilling. Waste: Waste generation during the construction phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste on site includes domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, insulation material, building rubble and other construction waste. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Employment: Limited opportunities do, however, exist for manual Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) E02.PTA Page 35 SSI Environmental

57 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: labour for unskilled tasks, where the appointed contractor would be required to make use of local workers (e.g. for loading building materials and the digging of foundations). Safety: Staff safety during construction. Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-9) Significance: Low (-6) TABLE 13: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 58 DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS Option 1 - Without Mitigation Option 1 With Mitigation Option 2 - Without Mitigation Option 2 - With Mitigation Topography and Soils Water Resources Biodiversity Air Quality Noise Waste Employment +6* +6* +6* +6* Safety Average Total *Not included as part of the calculation. E02.PTA Page 36 SSI Environmental

58 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA Construction of Equalization Pond for Unit 258 Option 1 (West of Unit 258: Preferred) TABLE 14: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 1 POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Topography and Soils: Soil exchange and historical contamination. Alteration of topography due to stockpiling of soil, building material, debris and waste material on site. Potential erosion, degradation and loss of topsoil due to construction activities as well surface and stormwater runoff. Geohydrology (groundwater) and Hydrology (surface water): Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of chemicals; oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) During construction, shallow groundwater which could contain elevated salt concentrations may be encountered. E02.PTA Page 37 SSI Environmental

59 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Biodiversity (fauna and flora) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) No mitigation measures proposed as the site is highly transformed with existing infrastructure. Impact on biodiversity is therefore not significant. Air Quality: The following activities have been identified as possible sources of fugitive dust during construction operations at the site: Dust from access roads. Dust from bare area cleared for construction. Debris handling. Emissions from construction machinery and equipment. Trucks transporting spoil and fill material. Noise: During the construction phase there is likely to be an increase in noise pollution. The following possible sources of noise could potentially generate noise pollution during construction: Construction activities (excavating and site clearing). Construction vehicles and construction staff. Operation of pumps at the site. Significance: Low (-4) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 38 SSI Environmental

60 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Blasting and or drilling. Waste: Waste generation during the construction phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste on site includes domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, insulation material, building rubble and other construction waste. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Employment: Limited opportunities do, however, exist for manual labour for unskilled tasks, where the appointed contractor would be required to make use of local workers (e.g. for loading building materials and the digging of foundations). Safety: Staff safety during construction. Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F) Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-9) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 39 SSI Environmental

61 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA Construction of Equalization Pond for Unit 258 Option 2 (West of Unit 252) TABLE 15: POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS OPTION 2 POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Topography and Soils: Soil exchange and contamination. Alteration of topography due to stockpiling of soil, building material, debris and waste material on site. Potential erosion, degradation and loss of topsoil due to construction activities as well surface and stormwater runoff. Geohydrology (groundwater) and Hydrology (surface water): Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of chemicals; oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) During construction, shallow groundwater which could contain elevated salt concentrations may be encountered. E02.PTA Page 40 SSI Environmental

62 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Biodiversity (fauna and flora) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) No mitigation measures proposed as the site is highly transformed with existing infrastructure. Impact on biodiversity is therefore not significant. Air Quality: The following activities have been identified as possible sources of fugitive dust during construction operations at the site: Dust from access roads. Dust from bare area cleared for construction. Debris handling. Emissions from construction machinery and equipment. Trucks transporting spoil and fill material. Noise: During the construction phase there is likely to be an increase in noise pollution. The following possible sources of noise could potentially generate noise pollution during construction: Construction activities (excavating and site clearing). Construction vehicles and construction staff. Operation of pumps at the site. Significance: Low (-4) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 41 SSI Environmental

63 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Blasting and or drilling. Waste: Waste generation during the construction phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste on site includes domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, insulation material, building rubble and other construction waste. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Employment: Limited opportunities do, however, exist for manual labour for unskilled tasks, where the appointed contractor would be required to make use of local workers (e.g. for loading building materials and the digging of foundations). Safety: Staff safety during construction. Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Refer to the proposed mitigation measures included in Table 10 and the EMPr (Appendix F). Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Short-term (+1) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Possible (+2) Significance: Low (+6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-9) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 42 SSI Environmental

64 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA TABLE 16: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 258 DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS Topography Soils *Not included as part of the calculation. and Option 1 - Without Mitigation Option 1 With Mitigation Option 2 - Without Mitigation Option 2 - With Mitigation Water Resources Biodiversity Air Quality Noise Waste Employment +6* +6* +6* +6* Safety Average Total Operational Phase Expansion of Stormwater Dams at Units 58 and 258 TABLE 17: POTENTIAL OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE EXPANSION OF THE STORMWATER DAMS POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Cleaning and equipment maintenance (e.g. solid removal units, oil-watersolid separation units, oil storage tanks, sludge handling equipment, pumps etc.). Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Maintenance on major equipment should preferably be carried out during times of low inflow preferably during May, June and July. In upset conditions (e.g. equipment malfunctioning) the flow must be diverted to available process equipment. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) E02.PTA Page 43 SSI Environmental

65 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Chemicals that have been used for cleaning should be disposed off correctly. MSDSs should always be available. Ensure the safe handling, storage and transportation of the chemical waste. Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage. All the stormwater dams will have drainage facilities to allow for controlled release of stormwater into the Klipspruit. The new clean stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 as well as the expanded portions will have overflow weirs that will allow excess water after a storm event to overflow to the Klipspruit. The discharge of water to the Klipspruit will follow the principle of controlled release and must comply with the stormwater quality as per the conditions of the water use licence. There must be adequate bunding of tanks to prevent leakages into the soil and water resources. Any spill should be cleaned up immediately and contaminated soil should be disposed off at a designated site. The recovered oil will be classified and tested to ensure it meets customer s specifications (i.e. Sasol Carbo Tar). The sludge generated in the process must be disposed of via the existing drying beds from where it is sent to the ash dams for final disposal. Refinery oil must be disposed off in accordance with the correct procedures and within the Synfuels Waste Contamination of Klipspruit due to quality of water discharged into the Klipspruit Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: High (-11) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-8) Handling of recovered oil potential to contaminate water resources and soils. Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: High (-10) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) Waste management: i.e. sludge handling, refinery oil, other hazardous and general wastes generated during maintenance and operational activities. Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Definite (-4) Significance: High (-11) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-8) E02.PTA Page 44 SSI Environmental

66 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: management license. All equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays. Ensure that care is taken to ensure that spillages of oils and effluent are limited during maintenance. In the event of a spill/leak, the source of the spill or leak must be identified and addressed. The oil/effluent spill/leak must be cleaned immediately and any contaminated soil must be removed and disposed off through a recognisable waste disposal method. The current road loading facility will be upgraded to ensure the safe operation and the safety of the process controller. The design of the upgrade to be undertaken will inform the safety measures to be implemented. Increased traffic due to increased oil recovery and sludge removal will result in the expansion and relocation of the existing facilities - to an easily accessible location. A single loading bay and loading arm will cater for the skimmed oil, refinery oil and flare knockout. Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Definite (-4) Significance: High (-11) Extent: Site (+1) Duration: Long-term (+3) Intensity: Low (+1) Probability: Definite (+4) Significance: Medium (+9) Air Quality Release of fugitive emissions and odours Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: High (-10) Gaseous emissions are not generated directly from the process. However depending on the time of the year and the content of the oily sewers there may be volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from the dams. There is a separate project for VOC abatement (outside the scope of the API Debottlenecking project). Equipment installed by this project should be compatible with VOC abatement technologies. Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-8) E02.PTA Page 45 SSI Environmental

67 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: All operators should wear appropriate PPE to minimize exposure to VOCs and odours (e.g. gas masks). CUMULATIVE Discharge and quality of water into the Klipspruit Extent: Local (+2) Duration: Long-term (+3) Intensity: High (+3) Probability: Definite (+4) The project will ensure that any water released to the Klipspruit is quality controlled. Significance: High (+12) Operation of the Equalization Pond for Unit 58 Option 1 (South of Unit 58: Preferred) TABLE 18: POTENTIAL OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 1 POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY Cleaning and equipment maintenance soil and groundwater pollution. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Contamination of groundwater due to the integrity of the equalization pond being compromised. Significance: Medium (-8) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Maintenance on major equipment should preferably be carried out during times of low inflow preferably during May, June and July. In upset conditions (e.g. equipment malfunctioning) the flow must be diverted to available process equipment. Chemicals that have been used for cleaning should be disposed off correctly. MSDSs should always be available. Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage. The design of the equalization pond will be similar to the Oily Water dams at TK 101 and 102. The dam will be lined at the base to prevent contaminated water from Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) E02.PTA Page 46 SSI Environmental

68 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Significance: Low (-6) Significance: High (-11) seeping into the ground below. The equalization pond will have an underground drainage system to capture and pump back any seepage back to the system. Correct materials of construction will be selected during the design to ensure compatibility with the water in the equalization ponds to prevent unnecessary corrosion of pipes and other equipment (pumps, valves etc.) that can lead to leakages. All equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays. Ensure that care is taken to ensure that spillages of oils and effluent are limited during maintenance. In the event of a spill/leak, the source of the spill or leak must be identified and addressed. The oil/effluent spill/leak must be cleaned immediately and any contaminated soil must be removed and disposed off through a recognisable waste disposal method. Gaseous emissions are not generated directly from the process. However depending on the time of the year and the content of the oily sewers there may be volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from the dams. There is a separate project for VOC abatement (outside the scope of the API Debottlenecking project). Equipment installed by this project should be compatible with VOC abatement technologies. Waste management: i.e. other hazardous and general wastes generated during maintenance and operational activities. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Air Quality Release of fugitive emissions and odours Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) E02.PTA Page 47 SSI Environmental

69 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: All operators should wear appropriate PPE to minimize exposure to VOCs and odours (e.g. gas masks) Operation of the Equalization Pond for Unit 58 Option 2 (North of Unit 252) TABLE 19: POTENTIAL OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF THE EQUALIZATION POND FOR UNIT 58 OPTION 2 POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY Cleaning and equipment maintenance soil and groundwater pollution. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Contamination of groundwater due to the integrity of the equalization pond being compromised. Significance: Medium (-8) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: High (-11) Maintenance on major equipment should preferably be carried out during times of low inflow preferably during May, June and July. In upset conditions (e.g. equipment malfunctioning) the flow must be diverted to available process equipment. Chemicals that have been used for cleaning should be disposed off correctly. MSDSs should always be available. Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage. The design of the equalization pond will be similar to the Oily Water dams at TK 101 and 102. The dam will be lined at the base to prevent contaminated water from seeping into the ground below. The equalization pond will have an underground drainage system to capture and pump back any seepage back to the system. Correct materials of construction will be selected during the design to ensure compatibility with the water in the Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) E02.PTA Page 48 SSI Environmental

70 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: equalization ponds to prevent unnecessary corrosion of pipes and other equipment (pumps, valves etc.) that can lead to leakages. All equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays. Ensure that care is taken to ensure that spillages of oils and effluent are limited during maintenance. In the event of a spill/leak, the source of the spill or leak must be identified and addressed. The oil/effluent spill/leak must be cleaned immediately and any contaminated soil must be removed and disposed off through a recognisable waste disposal method. Gaseous emissions are not generated directly from the process. However depending on the time of the year and the content of the oily sewers there may be volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from the dams. There is a separate project for VOC abatement (outside the scope of the API Debottlenecking project). Equipment installed by this project should be compatible with VOC abatement technologies. All operators should wear appropriate PPE to minimize exposure to VOCs and odours (e.g. gas masks). Waste management: i.e. other hazardous and general wastes generated during maintenance and operational activities. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Air Quality Release of fugitive emissions and odours Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) E02.PTA Page 49 SSI Environmental

71 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA TABLE 20: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 58 DURING THE OPERATION PHASE IMPACTS Option 1 - Without Mitigation Cleaning and equipment maintenance Contamination of ground water Option 1 With Mitigation Option 2 - Without Mitigation Option 2 - With Mitigation Waste management Release of fugitive emissions and odours Average Total Operation of the Equalization Pond for Unit 258 Option 1 (West of Unit 258: Preferred) TABLE 21: OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF EQUALIZATION POND AT UNIT OPTION 1 POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Cleaning and equipment maintenance soil and groundwater pollution. Contamination of groundwater due to the integrity of the equalization Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Maintenance on major equipment should preferably be carried out during times of low inflow preferably during May, June and July. In upset conditions (e.g. equipment malfunctioning) the flow must be diverted to available process equipment. Chemicals that have been used for cleaning should be disposed off correctly. MSDSs should always be available. Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage. The design of the equalization pond will be similar to the Oily Water dams at TK 101 and 102. The dam will be lined at the base Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) E02.PTA Page 50 SSI Environmental

72 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS pond being compromised. Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Waste management: i.e. other hazardous and general wastes generated during maintenance and operational activities. Air Quality Release of fugitive emissions and odours Significance: High (-11) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) PROPOSED MITIGATION to prevent contaminated water from seeping into the ground below. The equalization pond will have an underground drainage system to capture and pump back any seepage back to the system. Correct materials of construction will be selected during the design to ensure compatibility with the water in the equalization ponds to prevent unnecessary corrosion of pipes and other equipment (pumps, valves etc.) that can lead to leakages. All equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays. Ensure that care is taken to ensure that spillages of oils and effluent are limited during maintenance. In the event of a spill/leak, the source of the spill or leak must be identified and addressed. The oil/effluent spill/leak must be cleaned immediately and any contaminated soil must be removed and disposed off through a recognisable waste disposal method. Gaseous emissions are not generated directly from the process. However depending on the time of the year and the content of the oily sewers there may be volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from the dams. There is a separate project for VOC abatement (outside the scope of the API Debottlenecking project). Equipment installed by this project should be compatible with VOC abatement SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Probability: Improbable (-1) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) E02.PTA Page 51 SSI Environmental

73 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: technologies. All operators should wear appropriate PPE to minimize exposure to VOCs and odours (e.g. gas masks) Operation of the Equalization Pond for Unit 258 Option 2 (West of Unit 252) TABLE 22: OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF EQUALIZATION POND AT UNIT OPTION 2 POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY Cleaning and equipment maintenance soil and groundwater pollution. SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Contamination of groundwater due to the integrity of the equalization pond being compromised. Significance: Medium (-8) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: High (-11) Maintenance on major equipment should preferably be carried out during times of low inflow preferably during May, June and July. In upset conditions (e.g. equipment malfunctioning) the flow must be diverted to available process equipment. Chemicals that have been used for cleaning should be disposed off correctly. MSDSs should always be available. Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage. The design of the equalization pond will be similar to the Oily Water dams at TK 101 and 102. The dam will be lined at the base to prevent contaminated water from seeping into the ground below. The equalization pond will have an underground drainage system to capture and pump back any seepage back to the system. Correct materials of construction will be selected during the design to ensure compatibility with the water in the Significance: Low (-6) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Improbable (-1) Significance: Medium (-7) E02.PTA Page 52 SSI Environmental

74 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: equalization ponds to prevent unnecessary corrosion of pipes and other equipment (pumps, valves etc.) that can lead to leakages. All equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays. Ensure that care is taken to ensure that spillages of oils and effluent are limited during maintenance. In the event of a spill/leak, the source of the spill or leak must be identified and addressed. The oil/effluent spill/leak must be cleaned immediately and any contaminated soil must be removed and disposed off through a recognisable waste disposal method. Gaseous emissions are not generated directly from the process. However depending on the time of the year and the content of the oily sewers there may be volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from the dams. There is a separate project for VOC abatement (outside the scope of the API Debottlenecking project). Equipment installed by this project should be compatible with VOC abatement technologies. All operators should wear appropriate PPE to minimize exposure to VOCs and odours (e.g. gas masks). Waste management: i.e. other hazardous and general wastes generated during maintenance and operational activities. Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) Duration: Medium-term (-2) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-6) Air Quality Release of fugitive emissions and odours Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Moderate (-2) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-9) Duration: Long-term (-3) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) E02.PTA Page 53 SSI Environmental

75 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA TABLE 23: SUMMARY OF IMPACTS AND AVERAGE POINTS ALLOCATED TO EACH EQUALIZATION POND ALTERNATIVE FOR UNIT 258 DURING THE OPERATION PHASE IMPACTS Option 1 - Without Mitigation Cleaning and equipment maintenance Contamination ground water of Option 1 With Mitigation Option 2 - Without Mitigation Option 2 - With Mitigation Waste management Release of fugitive emissions and odours Average Total Decommissioning Phase At this point of the project planning process, the necessity for and timing of the decommissioning of the proposed project is not known. In order to minimise the extent of rehabilitation activities required during the decommissioning phase, Sasol will ensure that constant effort is applied to rehabilitation activities throughout the construction, operation and maintenance phases of the project. Sasol will further ensure upon site closure and decommissioning of the authorised activity, an application in terms of Listing Notice 1 and 2 of the EIA Regulations (2010) for the relevant Environmental Authorisation will be lodged if applicable. TABLE 24: POTENTIAL DECOMMISSIONING IMPACTS APPLICABLE TO THE ENTIRE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Waste: Waste generation during the decommissioning phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste includes general waste or hazardous waste. Pollution of surface water: Leakage of contaminated runoff into the Klipspruit. Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: High (-3) Disposal of waste must be in accordance with relevant legislative requirements. Waste must be disposed off in the appropriate manner at a licensed disposal site. Ensure Klipspruit water quality monitoring after decommissioning. The details and timeframes will be Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-5) Extent: Local (-2) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Moderate (-2) E02.PTA Page 54 SSI Environmental

76 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA POTENTIAL IMPACTS/ACTIVITY SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS PROPOSED MITIGATION SIGNIFICANCE RATING OF IMPACTS AFTER MITIGATION: Current closure strategy does not allow for the removal of the dams. Since the envisaged end land use of the dams is industrial, the dams will be made free draining and oily water and stormwater canals will be cleaned to ensure that stormwater is clean when it reaches the dams. Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: High (-3) Probability: Highly Probable (-3) Significance: Medium (-8) determined in the decommissioning plan. Erosion monitoring and control should be conducted. This should be in the form of inspections subsequent to rains. Topsoil should be replaced in all areas that have been eroded. Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Medium (-7) Duration: Short-term (-1) Intensity: Low (-1) Probability: Possible (-2) Significance: Low (-5) All adjacent and surrounding areas disturbed during construction and operation are to be rehabilitated to avoid erosion. E02.PTA Page 55 SSI Environmental

77 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA 8 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT This Basic Assessment (BA) study for the proposed expansion of the existing stormwater dams and construction of two equalization ponds has been undertaken in accordance with the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (2010) published in Government Notices R. 543 of 18 June 2010 read with Section 44, of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998). This BA study provides an assessment of both the benefits and potential negative impacts anticipated as a result of the API Debottlenecking project. In terms of alternatives, no site alternatives were assessed for the expansion of the stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 in this BA study as the expansion activities are related to the extension of the existing dams. Two site alternatives were assessed for the construction of the equalization pond at Unit 58 i.e. Option 1: south of Unit 58 next to TK 1010, inside the perimeter of Unit 58 (Preferred) and Option 2: North of Unit 52 on the western side of the Secunda complex. Two site alternatives were assessed for the construction of the equalization pond for Unit 258 i.e. Option 1: west of Unit 258 on the eastern side of the Secunda complex (Preferred) and Option 2: west of Unit 252 on the western side of the Secunda complex. A summary of the average points for the two options during the different phases of the project are presented in Table 25. TABLE 25: SUMMARY OF AVERAGE POINTS FOR THE TWO EQUILIZATION POND OPTIONS FOR UNIT 58 AND 258 DURING THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE PHASE UNITS Option 1 - Without Mitigation Option 1 With Mitigation Option 2 - Without Mitigation Option 2 - With Mitigation Construction Unit Unit Operation Unit Unit Decommissioning Unit 58 & 258 No difference No difference- No difference No difference From Table 25 it is evident that during the construction phase, there is no difference post-mitigation for Option 1 and Option 2 site alternatives for Unit 58 s equalization pond. During the operation phase, Option 1 is preferred and has a lower significance rating post-mitigation due to integration with the existing facility and shorter additional pipe lengths. During the construction phase, Option 1 is the preferred site alternative for Unit 258 s equalization pond compared to Option 2. During the operation phase, Option 1 is preferred and has a lower significance rating post-mitigation due to integration with the existing facility and shorter additional pipe lengths. Thus, from all the findings of this report, it is recommended that the Environmental Authorisation be granted for the following activities: TABLE 26: ACTIVITIES TO BE AUTHORISED UNITS ACTIVITY Unit 58 (clean stormwater and oily water separation systems on the western side of the Sasol Complex) Enlarging Unit 58 stormwater dam (TK104) to outside the primary perimeter Constructing additional dam on the west to make up the difference of required dam size for stormwater Construction of equalization pond south of Unit 58 (Preferred) E02.PTA Page 56 SSI Environmental

78 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA UNITS Unit 258 (clean stormwater and oily water separation systems on the eastern side of the Sasol Complex) ACTIVITY Enlarging the dam on the southern side of Unit 258 Enlarging the dam on the western side of Unit 258 Construction of the equalization pond to the west of Unit 258 (Preferred) The findings conclude that there are no environmental fatal flaws that could prevent Sasol from continuing with the construction and expansion of the stormwater dams and equalization ponds, provided that the recommended mitigation and management measures contained in the preceding chapter and Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) are implemented (refer to Appendix F). The EMPr would be used to ensure compliance with environmental specifications and management measures. The implementation of this EMPr for the entire life cycle of the project is considered to be vital in achieving the appropriate environmental management standards as detailed for this project. This is the view and recommendation of the Environmental Assessment Practitioner based on the findings of this Basic Assessment. Furthermore, the no-go option is not supported as operational challenges have rendered the current system defunct due to the volume deficit to handle a 1:50 storm event as well as the higher hydraulic load on existing dams due to sedimentation build-up is affecting the quality of water being realised into the Klipspruit. Should the proposed project not proceed, the current state will worsen considerably whereby Sasol will not be able to meet legislative and operational requirements according to National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998) and specifications as per the Synfuels Water Use licensing conditions compromising water quality and jeopardising the environment. E02.PTA Page 57 SSI Environmental

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82 L05225-SK-0N1-001.dgn 20-Feb :10:07 AM ROAD 02a ROAD 02a ROAD 005 0TT 00W ROAD SN05 ROAD SN15 ROAD 002 ROAD 02a ROAD N1A UNIT 076 AREA 0R2 ROAD 02a AREA 0R2 UNIT 075 UNIT 081 AREA 0R2 ROAD 0U3 ROAD 0Q1 ROAD 0N1 ROAD 0S1 AREA 0R2 UNIT 086 AREA 0R2 ROAD 0L1 UNIT 039 ROAD 0L3 AREA 0N1 UNIT 058 ROAD 2.5 ROAD 0U1 ROAD 0U2 ROAD 0L2 ROAD 0U3 ROAD 00S ROAD 00Q AREA 0E9 UNIT 077 ROAD 00P ROAD 004 AREA 2E1 ROAD 0L0 ROAD 03A UNIT 214 AREA 0E7 UNIT 027 AREA 0E3 UNIT 035 AREA 0E1 UNIT 014 AREA 0E2 UNIT 015 AREA 0E4 UNIT 030 UNIT 031 UNIT 029 UNIT 033 UNIT 034 AREA 0E5 AREA 0E6 UNIT 032 ROAD 005 ROAD 005 ROAD 005 ROAD 00R ROAD 00Q ROAD 0L0 ROAD 0L3 ROAD 0L4 ROAD 00L AREA 0D4 UNIT 078 AREA 0D4 UNIT 079 AREA 0D4 UNIT 090 ROAD 05B ROAD 00U ROAD 0N1 ROAD 0L1 ROAD 0L2 W ROAD 05A ROAD 00S ROAD 00N AREA 0D4 ROAD 0L1 UNIT 091 AREA 0D1 UNIT 021 ROAD 0Ua AREA 0N2 UNIT 056 ROAD 05B ROAD 0N1 AREA 0D3 AREA 0D3 UNIT 064 UNIT 042 SYNFUELS ROAD NORTH AREA 0N3 UNIT 051 ROAD 006 ROAD 0Ub ROAD 00R UNIT 056A ROAD 00L UNIT 060 AREA 0C5 ROAD 6.5 ROAD 0L1 AREA 0C3 UNIT 024 ROAD 6.5 ROAD 00Q AREA 0C4 ROAD U024 ROAD 00P UNIT 056B AREA 0B3 UNIT 073 ROAD 007 ROAD 008 ROAD 00K ROAD 008 ROAD 0R1 ROAD SN35 ROAD 00R ROAD 0L0 AREA 0B3 UNIT 038 ROAD 0L1 AREA 0B3 UNIT 037 AREA 0B3 UNIT 038 AREA 0B3 UNIT 036 UNIT 071 ROAD 009 ROAD 009 SYNN 002 ROAD SN40 ROAD 0R2 ROAD 0R1 ROAD 0R2 ROAD 0L3 ROAD 09B ROAD 0K0 AREA 0R7 ROAD 00R ROAD 0L2 AREA 0R5 ROAD 0L4 ROAD 0L6 SYNN 003 ROAD 0M1 AREA 0R6 ROAD 0L5 ROAD 09D SYNN 001 ROAD 010 ROAD 010 ROAD 010 ROAD 0N1 ROAD 0M2 ROAD 10Z DIMENSIONS IN mm UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED REFERENCE DRAWINGS DO NOT SCALE - IF IN DOUBT ASK! DESCRIPTION DRAWING No. KEY PLAN: ROAD PDPK AREA 0N1 NORTH WALTER SISULU ROAD ROAD 009 ROAD 009 ROAD 09A ROAD 09B ROAD 010 UNIT 058 ROAD 02a ROAD 003 ROAD 07a ROAD 09a ROAD 0M2a ROAD 3.5 ROAD 6.5a W ROAD 0U1 ROAD 02b ROAD 02b ROAD 02c ROAD 02d ROAD 0L4 ROAD 02e ROAD 02h ROAD 02f ROAD 02g ROAD 03a ROAD 05A ROAD 05B AREA 0D4 UNIT 070 AREA 0X1 AREA 0X1 ROAD 006 ROAD 06a ROAD 06a UNIT 025 ROAD 06b ROAD 06b ROAD 06c UNIT 025 UNIT 022 ROAD 06A ROAD 06B UNIT 023 ROAD 06C UNIT 022 ROAD 06D UNIT 023 ROAD 06E ROAD 06F ROAD 06c ROAD 06d ROAD 06e ROAD 06d ROAD 09A ROAD UR5 ROAD UR5A ROAD 09C LEGEND UNDERGROUND SERVICES ROAD 0U2 Chemical Sewer Clean Storm Water Sewer Cooling Water Fire Water Eletrical ROAD 0U3 058-TK-106A 058-TK-106B Oily Water Sewer 0N1-BD-04 0N1-BD-03 Potable Water Raw Water Sanitary Waste Sewer 0N1-BD-01 0N1-SS-02 ROAD 0U3 S N1-SS-01 DISCLAIMER. Please note: 1.The Sasol Civil GIS is the property of Sasol. Copyright, patents and all industrial property rights reserved. 2.Some of the information in the GIS system was created from Sasol and contractors drawings which might not have been verified on site. 3.Please verify that the information is correct before using it in any construction or legal related way. 4.Please report any deviations to Willem van Lienden, DME: Civil Engineering & Governance, SKETCH DRAWN : MK AREA 0N1 UNIT 058 Synfuels Engineering Cluster, Tel: , Fax: , Cell: , willem.vanlienden@sasol.com mail@latbou.co.za P.O.BOX 1215 SECUNDA 2302 TEL (017) FAX (017) LAYOUT PLAN No. L05225-SK-0N1-001 REV. 0A

83 L05225-SK-2N1-001.dgn 20-Feb :03:58 AM ROAD 0M5 AREA 0P2 UNIT 219 AREA R8D ROAD 0M3 ROAD 0M4 UNIT 558 ROAD 0R4 ROAD 0R4 ROAD 2U3 AREA 2VV UNIT 590 ROAD 2L1 ROAD11.5 ROAD 2L0 AREA 2R2 ROAD 2U1 ROAD 2U2 UNIT 257 AREA 0PP ROAD 11.5 AREA 2PP ROAD 02U AREA 2N1 UNIT 258 ROAD 0R3 ROAD 00R ROAD 0R2 ROAD 0R1 AREA 2P1 ROAD 0R4 AREA 2E8 UNIT 228 ROAD U228 ROAD 2U1 AREA 2E2 UNIT 215 AREA 2E3 AREA 2EE ROAD 2N1 ROAD 2L0 ROAD 02R ROAD 02L AREA 2DD ROAD U256 AREA 2N4 UNIT 256 ROAD 02N AREA 2N3 UNIT 251 AREA 2NN ROAD U272 AREA 2C7 ROAD 02U ROAD 02S AREA 2C7 UNIT ROAD U272a272 UNIT 280 ROAD U280 AREA 2CC AREA 2B3 UNIT 237 AREA 2B3 DIMENSIONS IN mm UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED REFERENCE DRAWINGS DO NOT SCALE - IF IN DOUBT ASK! DESCRIPTION DRAWING No. ROAD 02U KEY PLAN: ROAD 011 W AREA 2N1 UNIT 258 NORTH ROAD 011 ROAD 013 ROAD 2U1 ROAD 013 ROAD 2U2 ROAD 013 ROAD 017 ROAD 015 ROAD 016 ROAD 012 W ROAD 018 ROAD 10D ROAD 011 ROAD 11.5 ROAD 12a ROAD 012 ROAD 12b ROAD 025 ROAD 0R4 ROAD 016 ROAD 018 ROAD 010b ROAD 012 ROAD 013 ROAD 2N1a ROAD 2N1b ROAD 2N1c AREA 2X1 ROAD 026 ROAD 26B ROAD 26C AREA 2B3 ROAD 26A UNIT 237 ROAD 2U3 258-TK-106A 258-TK-106B LEGEND UNDERGROUND SERVICES Chemical Sewer Clean Storm Water Sewer 2N1-BD-01 Cooling Water ROAD 2U1 Fire Water 2N1-SS-01 W Eletrical Oily Water Sewer Potable Water Raw Water Sanitary Waste Sewer ROAD 00R DISCLAIMER. Please note: 1.The Sasol Civil GIS is the property of Sasol. Copyright, patents and all industrial property rights reserved. 2.Some of the information in the GIS system was created from Sasol and contractors drawings which might not have been verified on site. ROAD 015 SKETCH DRAWN : AREA 2N1 UNIT 258 MK 3.Please verify that the information is correct before using it in any construction or legal related way. 4.Please report any deviations to Willem van Lienden, DME: Civil Engineering & Governance, Synfuels Engineering Cluster, Tel: , Fax: , Cell: , willem.vanlienden@sasol.com mail@latbou.co.za P.O.BOX 1215 SECUNDA 2302 TEL (017) FAX (017) No. LAYOUT PLAN L05225-SK-2N1-001 REV. 0A

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86 APPENDIX D BLOCK FLOW DIAGRAM FOR THE PROPOSED UNITS 58 AND 258 OILY WATER SEPARATION AND HANDLING AND THE CLEAN STORMWATER STORAGE FACILITY

87 From Refinery Flare From Oily Water Sewer From Clean Storm Sewer Degritters CSS Dry Weather flow Degritters Max:2 000 m 3 /h Wet weather flow >2 000 m 3 /h Dry weather flow> m 3 /h Wet weather flow >2 000 m 3 /h Dry weather flow> m 3 /h For Feed Re-work Feed Normal: m 3 /h Max: m 3 /h First flush Fill up first Fill up second Fill up Third For Feed Re-work Solid/ sludge Refinery Oil Storage/Loading Solids-Oil Removal Processes Solids/Sludge Handling Unit Oily Dam1 258TK-101 Oily Dam 2 258TK-102 Skimmed oil Oil Storage/ Loading Clean Storm Dam 1 58TK103 Overflow Clean Storm Dam 2 258TK-104 Overflow Additional Clean Storm Dam 258TK-XX5 Overflow Overflow De-oiled Effluent Normal: m 3 /h Max: m 3 /h Holfontein Waste Disposal Equalisation m 3 /h HRT=12 h To Kilpspruit To Raw Water treatment (Unit 255()it is no longer an option) To Process Cooling Water Make-up (Unit 245) Routing to Unit 52 Process dams De-oiled Effluent to Water Recovery (U252) De-oiled Effluent Normal: m 3 /h Max: m 3 /h Existing maintains current position Existing maintains current position with modifications New Unit Additional unit to be added, current location to changet Existing Unit location to change Battery Limit Not in project scope, existing facility From Tank Farm Flare Kniockout Storage/ Loading Final destination Outstanding

88 APPENDIX E PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

89 APPENDIX E1 SITE NOTICE PHOTOS

90 Sasol Complex-North Gate Sasol Complex Charlie One Gate Sasol Club Secunda Library

91 Botswana Mozambique Zimbabwe South Africa February 2012 Dear Interested and Affected Party (I&AP), BASIC ASSESSMENT AND WATER USE LICENSE AMENDMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Notice is hereby given in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No 107 of 1998) as amended and the Environmental Impact Regulations (2010) that Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd duly represented by Sasol Technology (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application for Environmental Authorisation to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET). In addition, an application for the amendment of the Water Use License (WUL) will be submitted to the Department of Water Affairs (DWA). Sasol Synfuels proposes the expansion of stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 and the construction of two equalization ponds at Units 52 and 252. The two stormwater dams will have a total capacity of approximately m 3 while the two equalization ponds will have a total capacity of approximately 50000m 3.The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hr mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252. The key objectives of the project are to: Provide adequate water storage capacity at the stormwater dams. Ensure adequate treatment of the incoming contaminated water before further processing at Water Recovery or release into the Klipspruit. Ensure adequate release capacity for clean stormwater into the Klipspruit. Debottleneck the oily water separation and handling facility to provide adequate oily water treatment capacity. Restore the system to provide a total long-term solution for the challenges at the storm and oily water containment dams. Sasol Synfuels currently has a Water Use License ( ) that will be amended to reflect the change in water storage facilities at units 58, 258, 52 and 252. The amendment to the current WUL will be conducted concurrently with the Basic Assessment (BA) study for the proposed project. Consequently, Sasol Synfuels intends to undertake a BA and submit a BA report to MDEDET in support of the proposed project. A WUL amendment application will be submitted to DWA as well. WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT? SSI Environmental is the appointed independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP), to undertake the required Environmental Impact Assessment and Public Participation process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain details about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to: Phyllis Kalele SSI Environmental PO Box Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria. Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za

92 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, MPUMALANGA MDEDET REF NO: 17/2/3/GS-79 BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT FEBRUARY WHAT DOES THIS DOCUMENT TELL YOU? This document aims to provide you, as an Interested and/or Affected Party (I&AP), with background information regarding the application for environmental authorisation for the proposed expansion of stormwater dams, construction of two equalization ponds as well as the required environmental studies to be undertaken. It further indicates how you can become involved in the project, receive information, or raise issues which may concern and/or interest you. The sharing of information forms the basis of the public participation process and offers you the opportunity to become actively involved in the project from the outset. Input from I&APs ensures that all potential environmental issues are considered within the study. 2. AIM OF THE PROJECT The key objectives of the project are to: Provide adequate water storage capacity at the stormwater dams Ensure adequate release capacity for clean stormwater into the Klipspruit. Debottleneck the oily water separation and handling facility to provide adequate oily water treatment capacity. Restore the system to provide a total long-term solution for the challenges at the storm and oily water containment dams. In order for the project to commence, environmental authorisation must be obtained in terms of the National Environmental Management Act (No 107 of 1998) as amended and the Environmental Impact Regulations (EIA) PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Synfuels Factory Clean stormwater and Oily water separation systems (Units 58 and 258) handles all the stormwater run-off and oily water respectively. The primary functions of the storm and oily water treatment and containment systems are to provide surge for rain run-off; remove oil and suspended solids from the water; ensure that any water released to the Klipspruit is quality controlled and to supply the Water Recovery Plant with water to be further processed as process cooling water make-up. There are oily water dams and stormwater dams per western and eastern sides (Units 58 and 258) of the factory that collect oily water and stormwater respectively from the factory. The current capacity of the dams is inadequate due to: Increased rainfall events being experienced as a result of climate and rainfall variability The growth of the factory in the Sasol complex over the years has resulted in more water being channelled to Units 58 and 258. The two existing stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 need to be expanded and two new equalization ponds need to be constructed in order to decongest the existing stormwater and oily water dams, pre-treatment processes and storage facilities so as to enable the plants to adequately treat the incoming contaminated water before further processing at Water Recovery or release into the Klipspruit. The two stormwater dams will be expanded at Units 58 and 258 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3 ~ 1 ~

93 The two equalization ponds will be constructed at Units 52 and 252 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3. The highest part of pond wall (as measured from the outside toe of the wall to the highest part of the wall) does not exceed 5 m. The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hr mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252. Refer to attached locality map. Sasol Synfuels currently has a Water Use License ( ) that will be amended to reflect the change in water storage facilities at units 58, 258, 52 and 252. The amendment to the current Water Use License will be conducted concurrently with the Basic Assessment study for the proposed project. 4. ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES In order to obtain the necessary environmental approval from the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET), a Basic Assessment study will be undertaken in terms of Government Notice No. R. 543 and R.544 of the EIA Regulations (2010). The following activities are triggered: Government Notice Listed Activity R , 41, 52 The draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) will be made available for public comment in due course, for a period of 40 calendar days and registered I&APs will be notified of the availability of the report. Following the public and competent authority (MDEDET) comment period, the draft BAR will be finalised and submitted to MDEDET for review together with all comments received from I&APs during this period. 5. WHAT IS YOUR ROLE? If you consider yourself an I&AP for the proposed project, we encourage you to make use of the opportunities created by the public participation process to become involved in the process and raise the issues and concerns which affect and/or interest you, and about which you require more information. By completing and submitting the accompanying registration form, we will ensure that you are registered as an I&AP for the project, and that your concerns or queries regarding the project will be noted. We will also ensure that you are provided with future information pertaining to the project as well as the availability of the draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) for comment. 6. COMMENTS AND QUERIES Please direct all comments, queries or issues to: Phyllis Kalele SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants. PO Box Monument Park 0105, Pretoria : : : phyllisk@ssi.co.za ~ 2 ~

94 N Secunda embalenhle Equilisation Pond U58 x Unit 58 Stormwater Dam x Unit 258 Stormwater Dam Equilisation Pond U258 Sasol Secunda Complex 1: LOCALITY MAP: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL SECUNDA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX, MPUMALANGA

95 BASIC ASSESSMENT AND WATER USE LICENSE AMENDMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, MPUMALANGA MDEDET REF NO: 17/2/3/GS-79 KINDLY COMPLETE THIS FORM IN DETAIL AND RETURN IT TO: Phyllis Kalele Telephone: SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants Fax: PO Bos Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria PERSONAL DETAILS: Title: First Name:.. Surname: Telephone: Fax: Organisation (if applicable):. Capacity (e.g. Chairperson, member, etc):. Physical Address:. Town:. Code:. Postal Address:. Town:. Code:. 1. What is your main area of interest with regards to the proposed project? Do you have any points of concern or support regarding the proposed project? If yes, please briefly list these in point form: YES/NO Are there any additional stakeholders who you feel should be consulted with regards to the proposed project? If yes please list their names and contact details below: YES/NO......Please add more pages if necessary

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100 I&AP DATABASE FOR THE SASOL API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT-PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS Name Company / Organization NON GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS (NGO's) Andrew Rossaak Carolyn Ah Shene-Verdoorn Marianna Nieuwoudt Siziwe Khanyile Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) Birdlife South Africa Olifants River Forum groundwork Rico Euripidou groundwork GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES Martha Mokonyane - Deputy Director, Mining & Environment Department of Mineral Resources JM van Aswegen / MJ Musekene Sibongisani Sibiya Prinsloo Vaino Thamsanqa Xesibe Israel Silinda A Van Niekerk N Machete Dan Hlanyane Department of Water Affairs Department of Labour Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency Department of Water Affairs Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Land Administration Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) Eastvaal District Council LOCAL MUNICIPALITY SS Nkosi Sibongile Zibakalala Willie Coetzee Kamesh Rohan-Manager Physical Development Bongani Cedric Malaza Albert Olivier Ignatius Mathebula Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Govan Mbeki Municipality Philisiwe Nzama-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 4 C Gwiji-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 7 D Mahlangu-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 9 Johana Ndlovu-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 10 A Motaung-Sithole-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 11

101 Thabo Tsotetsi-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 8 Nick Mathabe-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 12 T Mtsweni-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 19 Simon Mabena-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 20 Timothy Denny-Councillor Secunda: Ward 5 Angela van Royen-Councillor Secunda: Ward 21 Naomi Victor-Councillor Secunda: Ward 25 Tarnia Baker-Councillor Secunda: Ward 30 Elizma Labuschagne-Councillor OTHER STAKEHOLDERS Reveck Hariram William Matonana Richard Morajane Len Roodtman Saul Vilakazi Johannes Nkosi FJ Papendorp Francois Rohrbeck George Malatsi Nomsa Mahlangu Waterval Forum EUWO Secunda Cosatu Local Waterval Forum - Harmony Highveld Ridge TLC Sasol:Embalenhle Recreactional Environment Club Highveld Ridge Primary School Fire Department Zamokuhle Primary School Community Police Forum Mpho Magasa

102 APPENDIX E3 NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENT

103 APRIL 6, 2012 Marketplace 19 1 X GULLOTINE OPERATOR FOR SHEET METAL 1 X BENDER OPERATOR 1 X INDUSTRIAL SPRAYPAINTER Vacancies exist for above mentioned positions. Minimum 5 years experience. Must be able to work independently. CONTACT LA-MON TANKERS & TRAILERS CC STANDERTON Mpumalanga lamon@ cybersmart.co.za F: Closing date: 7 Days after publication of this advert. If not contacted after 14 days of closing date, please except your application as unsuccessful Medical VAKANTEPOS Cosmos Apteek in Bethal beskik oor n vakantepos vir APTEKERS ASSISTENT - basic of past-basic gekwalifiseerd. Rig navrae na: Faks CV na: Sales / Marketing VACANCY APPRENTICE PARTS SALESMAN Requirements: Looking for a career in sales Driver s license Willingness to learn Mechanical knowledge People s person Prior sales exp. will help Computer literate CV s to: evansec@wam.co.za 0859 Security VACANCIES 1) Reaction Officers 2) Security Officers Grade D Please fax your CV to: Closing date: 11 April Domestic Employment Agencies LOOKING FOR A NANNY / DOMESTIC To look after a 3 month-old baby. Must be able to cook, bilingual. Must have a green barcoded ID. Person must have previous experience C L A S S I F I E D S IN THE HIGH COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA (NORTH GAUTENG HIGH COURT, PRETORIA) CASE NO /2011 In the matter between: THE STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED Plaintiff and MICHAEL BASHOLO First Defendant (ID NO ) NOMDIDZELI SINAH BASHOLO Second Defendant (ID NO ) NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION In pursuance of a judgement granted on 5 March 2012, in the above Honourable Court and under a writ of execution issued thereafter the immovable property listed hereunder will be sold in execution on 18 APRIL 2012 at 11H00 by the Sheriff of the High Court, SHERIFF EVANDER, at SHERIFF S OFFICE, 13 RAYMOND MHLABA ROAD, EVANDER, to the highest bidder: Description: ERF 2661 EMBALENHLE EXTENSION 4 TOWN- SHIP; REGISTRATION DIVISION I.S.,PROVINCE OF MPUMALANGA In Extent: Measuring 348 (Three hundred & forty eight) Square metres; Street Address: know as 2661 LEOLO STREET, EMBALENHLE EXTENSION 4; Zoned: Special Residential; Improvements: The following information is given but nothing in this regard is guaranteed: The improvements on the property consists of the following: MAIN DWELLING COMPRISING INTER ALIA: 3X BEDROOMS, 1X KITCHEN, 1X LOUNGE, 1X BATHROOM/TOILET 1X DINING ROOM OUT BUILDINGS COMPRISING OF: TILE ROOF, WIRE ROOF HELD by the DEFENDANTS in their names under Deed of Transfer No. T96773/2001 The full conditions may be inspected at the office of the Sheriff of the High Court, SHERIFF EVANDER, at SHERIFF S OFFICE, 13 RAYMOND MHLABA ROAD, EVANDER. Note: Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008: Buyers/Bidders must register to bid and original proof of identity and residential address are required. Should you buy on behalf of someone else, or a legal entity, you will need to present the Sheriff with written authority to this effect. Further information and Regulations in terms of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 are available at the office of the Sheriff for inspection. DATED at PRETORIA ON THIS THE 16TH DAY OF MARCH 2012 NEWTONS PLAINTIFF S ATTORNEYS,2ND FLOOR, LOBBY 3 BANK FORUM BUILDING, 337 VEALE STREET, NIEUW MUCKLENEUK, RETORIA TEL: (012) / TELEFAX: (012) REF. L03246/MARISKA NEL/MADALEINE In the estate of the late James Pieter Easton of 4 Neale-May Street, Secunda, 2302 ID No: Date of Birth: 1955/01/31 Date of Death: 2010/10/22 No: 20803/2010 Masters Office: North Gauteng High Court The First and Final Liquidation and Distribution account in the above estate will be open for the inspection of all persons with an interest therein for a period of 21 days from the date of publication hereof. Executor: Harriët Pretorius P.O. Box Garsfontein East 0060 Tel: (Jean van Rooy) IN THE MAGISTRATE S COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF WITBANK HELD AT WITBANK CASE NO: 2446/11 In the matter between: KOHLERS GARAGE (PTY) LTD EXECUTION CREDITOR and YENG GUANGAN EXECUTION DEBTOR NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION IN PURSUANCE of Judgment granted in the Magistrate s Court of Witbank on 7 NOVEMBER 2011 and a Warrant of Execution issued on 12 DECEMBER 2011 the goods listed hereunder will be sold to the highest bidder at the premises of Sheriff s offices at cnr. Gordon & Francois Street, Witbank on 12 APRIL 2012 at 11H00 namely:- 1 X BLUE OPEL ASTRA DATED AT WITBANK ON THIS THE 14TH DAY OF MARCH 2012 (SGD) JM KRÜGEL KRÜGEL HEINSEN INC PROFFICE BUILDING ROUTE N4 BUSINESS PARK 23 CORRIDOR STREET WITBANK REF: JMK/AB/ K31594 NOTICES NOTICE OF BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Notice is hereby given in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No 107 of 1998) as amended and the Environmental Impact Regulations (2010) that Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd duly represented by Sasol Technology (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application for Environmental Authorisation to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET). Sasol Synfuels proposes the expansion of stormwater dams and the construction of two equalization ponds at Units 58 and 258. The two stormwater dams will have a total capacity of approximately m 3 while the two equalization ponds will have a total capacity of approximately 50000m 3. The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hr mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252. Consequently, Sasol Synfuels intends to undertake a BA and submit a BA report to MDEDET in support of the proposed project. NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF THE DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR PUBLIC REVIEW All I&APs are hereby notified that the draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) will be available for public comment from 13 April 2012 to 24 May The draft BAR will summarise key environmental issues identified to date and will be available at the following places: Secunda Municipal Library (Lourens Muller Street, Secunda) Embalenhle Municipal Library ( Stand No 2107, Khama Street, Embalenhle) Sasol Technology Library Offices of SSI Environmental (78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park, Pretoria) SSI Environmental website ( NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING All I&APs are hereby invited to attend a public meeting to be held on 08 May Attendance of the public meeting is encouraged, as the project team will be on-hand to provide you with further details regarding the project as well as to receive relevant information. Details of the public meeting are as follows: Date: 08 May 2012 Location: Kruik Conference Centre (H/V PDP Kruger & Nelson Mandela Drive, Secunda) Time: 11h00 for 11h30 Should you wish to attend the public meeting, please RSVP as soon as possible to the contact person provided below. WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT? SSI Environmental Consultants is the appointed independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP), undertaking the required environmental impact assessment and public participation process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain more details about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to: Phyllis Kalele SSI Environmental Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za Website:

104 8 APRIL 6, 2012 V A C A N C Y Concor Civils offers a broad capability across all civil engineering disciplines. The Division wishes to appoint a: QUALIFIED RIGGER BRONKHORSTSPRUIT AREA, MPUMALANGA Candidates must have Grade 12, a valid Red Seal certificate and at least 3-4 years construction site experience. Experience with tendem lifting with 2 mobile cranes as well as winch lifting will also be required. Concor offers a market related remuneration package with benefits including medical aid and pension fund contributions. Applications close on 13 April If you have not heard from the company within one month of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Contact: Joslynne Roman Fax: joslynne.roman@murrob.com The Working Earth CIVILS EYETHU COAL (PTY) LTD; NOTICE: INTERESTED AND AFFECTED PARTIES; SCOPING PHASE Eyethu Coal (Pty) Ltd. (Reg. Nr.: 2003/010416/07) has applied for a mining right (Application accepted by DMR) under section 22 of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (Act nr. 28 of 2002) for Kromdraai North Colliery, to conduct coal mining on portions 4, 5, 6, and 18 of the farm Kromdraai 263 IR situated in the Magisterial District of Witbank. The proposed mining operation will consist of opencast and underground mining activities. Opencast mining will make use of the sequential lateral rollover mining technique. Underground mining will consist of the bord and pillar mining technique. The entire mining operation on the area applied for, will take in the order of 15 years to complete. As part of the Environmental Impact Assessment/Environmental Management Programme (EIA/EMP), a Scoping Report must be submitted to the Department of Mineral Resources. Geovicon Environmental (Pty) Ltd has been appointed as the environmental consultant to compile the Scoping Report in terms of section 39(1) of the Act, read with regulation 49 of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (Act no. 28 of 2002), for the proposed mining operation on the abovementioned properties. The draft Scoping Report will be available at the Leslie and Delmas Public Libraries from 5 April 2012 for public perusal. Comments regarding the proposed mining operation must be submitted in writing, under reference number MP 30/5/1/2/2/10022 MR, on or before 13 April 2012 to: N O T I C E EMALAHLENI AHLENI LOC OCAL MUNICIPALITY Consultant: Tel.: GEOVICON ENVIRONMENTAL (Pty) Ltd Fax.: P. O. Box geovicon@iafrica.com Middelburg Cell.: Contact person: Riana Bate S INVITATION AND SUBMISSION OF COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT BUDGET AND DARFT IDP The Draft Budget and IDP for 2010/2011 was submitted at a Council Meeting held on Thursday 29 March 2011 at 18:00 in the Council Chambers. Approval was given on the following with effect from 1 July 2012: 1) Draft Operating, Capital and Personnel Budgets for the 2012/2013 financial year in terms of Section 160(2)(3)(b) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996), read with Section 16(2) of the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003 (as amended); 2) Tariffs in terms of section 10G(7)(a) and (b) of the Local Government Transition Act, No 209 of 1993 (as amended), read with section 75A of the Local Municipal Systems Act, 32 of 2000 (as amended) and with section 14 of the Municipal Property Rates Act, No. 6 of 2004 (as amended) as follows: Determination of taxable land values and assessment rates; Electricity; Water; Water (Ga-Nala Entity); Refuse Removal; Drainage Services; Parking Areas; Approval of Building Plans; Cultural Centre; Rental for Community Halls in Lynnville and Schoongezicht; Fire Brigade Services; Recreation Resort; Market Services; Railway Service lines and Private Sidings; Cemetery Fees; Issuing of Certificates and the Furnishing of information; Library Services; Rental of stadiums; Service Contributions; Rental Hawkers; Spatial Planning; Rental Tariffs Business Properties and Flats and Sundry Tariffs. The general purpose of the amendment is to: Increase the assessment rates and increase the tariffs of charges. NB: The amendment to the tariffs will come into effect on 1 July INVITATION In terms of Section 22(a)(ii) of the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003 (as amended ), the community are herewith invited to submit representations in connection with the abovementioned draft budget; copies of the 2012/2013 Budget, the relevant resolution and particulars of the amendments to the Tariffs will be open for inspection and comment during office hours from 1 April to 2 May CLOSING DATE FOR REPRESENTATIONS: Wednesday 2 May 2012 AT 11:00 Any person who wishes to comment on the abovementioned documents must do so in writing and marked Representations regarding 2012/2013 Draft Budget and IDP to the Municipal Manager within the stipulated inspection period on or before 2 May 2012 at 11:00 P.O. Box 3, emalahleni Central, or Fax or admin@emalahleni.gov.za Any person who wishes to object to the amendments of the tariffs must do so in writing within (21) twenty one days after date on which this notice appears, i.e. on or before Wednesday 2 May 2012 in the Tender Box, which is situated in the garden next to the Civic Centre, Mandela Street, emalahleni. COPIES OF THE 2012/2013 DRAFT BUDGET AND IDP WILL BE DISPLAYED AT THE FOLLOWING VENUES: A) OFFICE OF THE ACTING CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, (MR. LA MAKGALE), 1 ST FLOOR, CIVIC CENTRE, MANDELA STREET, emalahleni; B) OGIES OFFICES, (ME. V. SMAL), 1 MAIN ROAD (OLD PRIMARY SCHOOL), OGIES. C) GA-NALA OFFICES, (ME. M. NKADIMENG), QUENTEN STREET, GA-NALA; D) LYNNVILLE PAY-POINT; E) HLALANIKAHLE PAY-POINT; F) EXTENSIONS 6 PAY-POINT; G) WILGE PAY-POINT. FOR CLARITY AFTER PERUSAL OF THE DRAFT BUDGET CALL MR. J.J.J. VENTER (SECTIONAL HEAD: BUDGETING ) AND FOR CLARITY AFTER PERUSAL OF THE DRAFT IDP CALL Ms. MBALI MAVIMBELA (IDP MANAGER ) T. MATOANE Acting Municipal Manager Civic Centre P.O. Box 3 Mandela Street emalahleni NOTICE NUMBER: 29/2012 NOTICE OF BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF TWO STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Notice is hereby given in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No 107 of 1998) as amended and the Environmental Impact Regulations (2010) that Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd duly represented by Sasol Technology (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application for Environmental Authorisation to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET). Sasol Synfuels proposes the expansion of stormwater dams and the construction of two equalization ponds at Units 58 and 258. The two stormwater dams will have a total capacity of approximately m 3 while the two equalization ponds will have a total capacity of approximately 50000m 3. The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hr mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252. Consequently, Sasol Synfuels intends to undertake a BA and submit a BA report to MDEDET in support of the proposed project. NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF THE DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR PUBLIC REVIEW All I&APs are hereby notified that the draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) will be available for public comment from 13 April 2012 to 24 May The draft BAR will summarise key environmental issues identified to date and will be available at the following places: Secunda Municipal Library (Lourens Muller Street, Secunda) Embalenhle Municipal Library ( Stand No 2107, Khama Street, Embalenhle) Sasol Technology Library Offices of SSI Environmental (78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park, Pretoria) SSI Environmental website ( NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING All I&APs are hereby invited to attend a public meeting to be held on 08 May Attendance of the public meeting is encouraged, as the project team will be on-hand to provide you with further details regarding the project as well as to receive relevant information. Details of the public meeting are as follows: Date: 08 May 2012 Location: Kruik Conference Centre (H/V PDP Kruger & Nelson Mandela Drive, Secunda) Time: 11h00 for 11h30 Should you wish to attend the public meeting, please RSVP as soon as possible to the contact person provided below. WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT? SSI Environmental Consultants is the appointed independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP), undertaking the required environmental impact assessment and public participation process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain more details about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to: Phyllis Kalele SSI Environmental Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za Website:

105 APPENDIX E4 PUBLIC MEETING

106 BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX, SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, 08 MAY 2012 AT 11H30 AT KRUIK CONFERENCE CENTRE SECUNDA

107 ENQUIRIES SSI ENVIRONMENTAL Environmental Impact Assessment Prashika Reddy / Phyllis Kalele SSI Environmental PO Box 25302, Monument Park, 0105 Tel.: (012) / 5916 Fax: (012) prashikar@ssi.co.za / phyllisk@ssi.co.za COMMENTS Your comments on this document would be greatly appreciated. In particular, we request you to verify that your comments during the meeting have been minuted correctly. Please address your written comments to Phyllis Kalele at the address given above by no later than 18 May Please note however that the minutes are not verbatim.

108 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION PURPOSE OF THE MEETING PRESENTATION DISCUSSION SESSION CLOSURE AND WAY FORWARD... 3

109 1. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION PK opened the meeting and welcomed everyone present and went through the agenda. IN ATTENDANCE Ignatius Mathebula (IM) Govan Mbeki Municipality Elizma Labuschagne (EL) Govan Mbeki Municipality Johana Ndlovu (JL) Govan Mbeki Municipality Olufemi Fasemore (OF) Sasol Technology Ben Peyper (BP) Sasol Technology Steven Pieterse (SP) Sasol Technology Marilize Grobler (MG) Sasol Technology Marlene van der Linde (MvdL) Sasol Technology Prashika Reddy (PR) SSI Environmental Phyllis Kalele (PK) SSI Environmental The attendance register is attached under Annexure A. 2. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING PK briefly explained that the purpose of the meeting was to: provide Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) with information regarding the proposed project; provide an overview of the Basic Assessment (BA) and Public Participation Process (PPP) being followed for the proposed project; provide an opportunity for I&APs to seek clarity and provide input into the project; to record comments raised and include them in the BA report (BAR); and interact with the project team. 3. PRESENTATION PK then explained the various stages and aims of the BA process, which included the following: Description of the project; Identification and assessment of potential significant positive and negative environmental (biophysical and social) impacts; Compilation of an Environmental Management Programme (EMPr); and Public Participation process. PK handed over the meeting to SP who provided a technical presentation. PK emphasized that the draft BAR will be available for review and comment from 13 April until 24 May The report is available at the following places: Secunda Municipal Library Embalenhle Community Library Sasol Technology Library SSI Environmental Offices (78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park, Pretoria) SSI Environmental website ( dhv.com/pages/environmental/current-projects.php) Copies of the presentation are attached under Annexure B. 1

110 4. DISCUSSION SESSION IM: Where is oil transported to? SP: Oil is primarily transported to Carbo Tar if it meets the specifications. If the recovered oil does not meet Carbo Tar s specifications, it is sent to Sasol Oil. IM: In the event of an oil spillage are there safety measures in place? SP: Existing safety measures are in place. Existing licensing conditions applicable to the transportation of oil will be adhered to. The road loading facility will also be upgraded as part of the project. IM: Is there a Water Use License for the project? SP: There is an existing Synfuels Water Use License (SWUL) in place that will be amended. One of the aims of the project is to ensure that the water released into the Klipspruit is flow and quality controlled to comply with the conditions of the SWUL. EL: One of the problems currently is the uncontrolled overflow of water into the Klipspruit. How often has this happened and what remedial actions are in place? OF: There is a stepwise process where the water is pumped to the process dams that are fully lined. The engineering team is currently in the process of identifying the dam to capture the first flush. Once the first flush is isolated, there would be enough containment space. Dams 2 and 3 will have clean water once the dams are extended. BP: There have been two cases this year, therefore this project is critical. EL: What if the water is highly contaminated? MG: Clean water from a dam upstream will be used to dilute the contamination to ensure compliance. EL: What are the timelines for construction? BP: Construction of the stormwater dams will commence at the end of IM: What are the risks associated with the project as a whole? BP: One of the major risks to the project is not obtaining Environmental Authorisation as we have highlighted that the project is critical. SP: In addition, geotechnical surveys and soil testing will be conducted prior to construction. IM: Will the entire project take place within the Sasol primary area? BP: Yes, the project will take place within the Sasol primary area. IM: An important point in the presentation is that construction cannot commence prior to obtaining Environmental Authorisation. SP: Sasol acknowledges that construction cannot commence prior to the environmental approval being in place. Geotechnical surveying will take place to test founding conditions as well as soil testing but no site clearance will take place. Furthermore, the Govan Mbeki Municipality will be notified in advance of the commencement of construction and the necessary approvals will be sought. 2

111 5. CLOSURE AND WAY FORWARD Ms Kalele mentioned that the minutes of the meeting will be prepared and distributed to those who attended the meeting. Ms Kalele thanked everyone for attending and closed the meeting at 12pm. 3

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117 5/11/2012 Agenda Purpose of Today s Meeting 1. Welcome & Introduction 2. Purpose of the Meeting 3. Basic Assessment (BA) Process 4. Aims of the BA Study 5. Overview of the Project (Technical Presentation) 6. Project Alternatives 7. Potential Impacts 8. Recommendations 9. Public Participation Process 10. Timelines 11. Way Forward 12. Discussion Session Provide Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) with information regarding the proposed project Provide an overview of the Basic Assessment & Public Participation Process (PPP) Purpose Provide an opportunity for I&APs to seek clarity and provide input into the project To record comments raised and include them in the Comments and Responses Report (to be included in the BAR) Interact with the project team BA Process Aims of the BA Study 5. Environmental Authorisation 4. Finalize BAR & submit to MDEDET for decision making (30 days review) 3. Compile draft BAR public & authority review (40 days) 1. Compile application form & submit to MDEDET 2. Authority to accept/reject application (14 days) To assess the social and biophysical environments To assess impacts on the study area in terms of environmental criteria To identify and recommend appropriate mitigation measures for potentially significant environmental impacts To compile an Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) Competent Authority = Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET) To undertake a fully inclusive public participation process 1

118 5/11/2012 Overview of the Proposed Project Technical presentation (presented by Steven Pieterse) Background and Need Project Alternatives - Site Inadequate supply of electricity in the White River/Nelspruit area Construction of 132 kv line approx. 3 6 km in length from Kabokweni to new Hlau Hlau Substation Tribal Land Chief RM Mbuyane February 2007 authorization received for the preferred alternative from DEAT Potential Impacts Stormwater Dams PHASE Construction Operation Decommissioning Geology Topography and Soils Groundwater and Surface Water Dust Noise Waste IMPACT Contamination of soil during equipment cleaning and maintenance Contamination of Klipspruit due to quality of water discharged Potential leaks from bunded areas Waste Leakage of contaminated runoff into the Klipspruit *Current closure strategy does not allow for the removal of the dams. Since the envisaged end land use of the dams is industrial, the dams will be made free draining and oily water and stormwater canals will be cleaned to ensure that stormwater is clean when it reaches the dams. PHASE Construction Operation Decommissioning Potential Impacts Equalization Ponds IMPACT Geology Topography and Soils Groundwater and Surface Water Dust Noise Waste Contamination of soil and groundwater during equipment cleaning and maintenance Contamination of groundwater due to the integrity of the pond being compromised Waste generation Release of fugitive emissions and odours Waste Leakage of contaminated run off into the Klipspruit Recommendations Public Participation Process No fatal flaws associated with the expansion of the stormwater dams and construction of the equalization ponds. No go option is not supported as operational challenges have rendered the current system defunct as well as the higher hydraulic load on existing dams due to sedimentation build up. EMPr will be used to ensure compliance with environmental specifications and management measures. What is PPP? A communication tool to inform I&APs of the proposed project A tool to receive and integrate the comments of the I&APs into the relevant phases of the proposed project What PPP is Not? Not a Public Relations or Marketing exercise Not a means to satisfy grievances rather to record comments 2

119 5/11/2012 Public Participation Process Public Participation Process Role of I&APs during the BA process Raise issues and/or concerns as well as provide input on the proposed project Review the draft BAR Provide the above inputs within the specified timeframes All comments received are highly appreciated Compile and Distribute Briefing Paper Consult with I&APs, stakeholders and authorities Compile I&AP database Advertise BAR for Public Review Hold public meeting Compile Comments and Responses Report Notify I&APs of Environmental Authorisation consultation with I&APs Further identification of and Draft BA Report is available in public places for review from 13 April 24 May Secunda, Embalenhle and Sasol Technology Libraries - Offices of SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (78 Kalkoen Street,Monument Park, Pretoria) - SSI Environmental website ( dhv.com/pages/environmental/currentprojects.php) Timelines Way Forward Draft BA Report (BAR) for Public & Authority Review Public Meeting: 8 May 2012 Submit Final BAR to MDEDET : Proposed: 1 June 2012 Authority Review: Proposed: 4 June 13 July 2012 Environmental Authorisation Proposed: 16 July 2012 TICIPATION PUBLIC PART Public Meeting We are here Distribute ib t Minutes & Incorporate Comments into final BAR Submission of the final BAR to MDEDET Public review of the draft BAR: 13 April 24 May 2012 Acceptance of final BAR and receipt of EA General Comments Please provide correct contact details including postal addresses Comments and questions on the draft BAR and EMPr can be forwarded to: Phyllis Kalele phyllisk@ssi.co.za Thank You! Thank You! Siyabonga! Dankie! 3

120 5/11/2012 Content API Debottlenecking Project BA - Public Participation Meeting Project Background Process Description (BFD) Listed Activities Alternatives Plot Plan (Whole Project Overview) 8 May 2012 Project Background The Sasol Synfuels factory Clean Stormwater and Oily Water separation systems (Units 58 and 258) handle all the storm water run-off and oily water respectively. The primary functions of the stormwater system is to ensure that any water released to the Klipspruit is quality controlled. Depending on the quality, the stormwater could also be routed to other destinations in the plant. Project Background The primary function of the oily water systems is to remove oil and suspended solids from the water and to supply the Water Recovery Plant with de-oiled water to be further processed as process cooling water make-up up. There are two oily water and two stormwater dams per western (Unit 58) and eastern sides (Unit 258) of the factory that collect oily water and stormwater respectively from the factory. Original design intent of U58 and 258 Original design intent of U58 and 258 Oily Water System (OWS) Remove oil from oily contaminated water from the oily water sewer. Ensure the removal of floating objects from oily water sewer effluent. Supply de-oiled effluent as feed to Water Recovery (Unit 52/252) for biological treatment. The treated water is used as process cooling water make-up. Clean Water System (CWS) Hold capacity for stormwater runoffs in the east side of the factory. Ensure that the stormwater that is released into the Klipspruit is flow controlled. To supply about 600 m 3 /h water to the ash dewatering plant (Unit 203) in cases of emergency. To supply cold makeup water to the ash systems at power stations. To recover rain water for use as makeup for Raw Water handling systems (Unit 255). Ensure that clean stormwater discharged into the Klipspruit meets the quality requirements as per the Synfuels Water Use License (SWUL). 1

121 5/11/2012 Block Flow Diagram Listed Activities The following activities trigger the EIA process: Construction of equalization ponds for Units 58 and 258 Approximately m 3 total capacity. Expansion of Stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 approximately m 3 total capacity. Alternatives Location Alternatives Currently, two site alternatives are under consideration for the construction of the equalisation ponds for U58 and U258 respectively (refer to Plot Plan): Questions? Thank You! Siyabonga! Dankie! 2

122 APPENDIX F ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

123 17/2/3/GS-79 Draft Environmental Management Programme for the API Debottlenecking Project: Proposed Expansion of Stormwater Dams and Construction of Two Equalization Ponds, Mpumalanga June 2012 A Project for: Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd Tel: +27 (0) prashikar@ssi.co.za Fountain Square, 78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park Ext 2, Pretoria

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125 Client: Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION Project Name: Draft Environmental Management Programme for the API Debottlenecking Project: Proposed Expansion of Stormwater Dams and Construction of Two Equalization Ponds, Mpumalanga SSI Environmental Reference Number: E02.PTA Authority Reference: 17/2/3/GS-79 Compiled by: Ntseketsi Lerotholi Date: June 2012 Location: Pretoria Reviewer: Phyllis Kalele Signature Approval: Prashika Reddy SSI Environmental All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the written permission from SSI Environmental. Signature

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127 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION STRUCTURE OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN OBJECTIVES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME DETAILS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER (EAP) 2 2 MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PROCEDURES ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE AND RESPONSIBILITY ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS PLAN MONITORING REPORTING PROCEDURES DOCUMENTATION REPORTING 6 3 ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES, STANDARDS AND PERMITS LEGAL SUMMARY OTHER RELEVANT ACTS AND GUIDELINES 8 4 CONSTRUCTION PHASE 10 5 OPERATION PHASE 16 6 DECOMMISSIONING PHASE GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT DURING DECOMMISSIONING 18 FIGURE 1: DIFFERENT PHASES OF THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE List of Figures 2

128 Glossary of Terms ACCIDENT: A motor vehicle accident. AGENT: Duly appointed competent person, i.e. clerk of works, engineer or other such person in whom the client vests authority to represent him on the project. BUILDING AND DEMOLITION WASTE: Building and demolition waste means waste, excluding hazardous waste, produced during the construction, alteration, repair or demolition of any structure, and includes rubble, earth, rock and wood displaced during that construction, alteration, repair or demolition. Environment means the surroundings within which humans exist and that are made up of: (i) the land, water and atmosphere of the earth; (ii) micro-organisms, plants and animal life; (iii) any part or combination of (i) of (ii) and the interrelationships among and between them; and (iv) the physical, chemical, aesthetic and cultural properties and conditions of the foregoing that influence human health and wellbeing. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: A change to the environment, whether adverse or beneficial, wholly or partially resulting from an organisation s activities, products or services. CONTRACTOR: Any provider of services, goods or people to Sasol sites, directly or indirectly, and includes: contractors, sub-contractors, sub-sub contractors, hired labour agency, suppliers, event contractors, consultants and contractors as traditionally defined. DEGRADATION The lowering of the quality of the environment through human activities e.g. river degradation, soil degradation. DOMESTIC WASTE: Domestic waste means waste, excluding hazardous waste, that emanates from premises that are used wholly or mainly for residential, educational, health care, sport or recreation purposes. ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMME: MANAGEMENT A detailed plan of action prepared to ensure that recommendations for enhancing or ensuring positive environmental impacts and limiting or preventing negative environmental impacts are implemented during the life-cycle of the project. GENERAL WASTE: General waste means waste that does not pose an immediate hazard or threat to health or to the environment, and includes - (a) domestic waste; (b) building and demolition waste; (c) business waste; and (d) inert waste. EMERGENCY: An undesired event that results in a significant environmental impact and requires the notification of the relevant statutory body such as a local or provincial authority. HAZARDOUS WASTE: Hazardous waste means any waste that contains organic or inorganic elements or compounds that may, owing to the inherent physical, chemical or toxicological characteristics of that waste, have a detrimental impact on health and the environment. ENVIRONMENT: In terms of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) (No 107 of 1998)(as amended), IMPACT: A description of the potential effect or consequence of an aspect of the development on a specified

129 component of the biophysical, social or economic environment within a defined time and space. INCIDENT: An undesired event which may result in a significant environmental impact but can be managed through internal response. (i) a by-product is not considered waste; and (ii) any portion of waste, once re-used, recycled and recovered, ceases to be waste.. MITIGATION: Measures designed to avoid, reduce or remedy adverse impacts. PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM: The responsibility of the team is to ensure the implementation of the EMPr. The team consists of a Project Manager as well as a Section Leader. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER: The SHE officer is a Contractor representative, responsible for the safety, health and environmental aspects on the construction site. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN: A documented plan, which addresses hazards, identified and includes safe work procedures to mitigate, reduce of control the hazards identified. ENIVIRONMENTAL CONTROL OFFICER: The role of the ECO is to be responsible for the dayto-day monitoring of the EMPr and Environmental Authorisation conditions. WASTE: Waste means any substance, whether or not that substance can be reduced, re-used, recycled and recovered - (a) that is surplus, unwanted, rejected, discarded, abandoned or disposed of; (b) which the generator has no further use of for the purposes of production; (c) that must be treated or disposed of; or (d) that is identified as a waste by the Minister by notice in the Gazette, and includes waste generated by the mining, medical or other sector, but -

130 Acronyms API BA db EAP ECO EIA EMPr American Petroleum Industries Basic Assessment Decibel Environmental Assessment Practitioner Environmental Control Officer Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Management Programme NEMA National Environmental Management Act (No 107 of 1998) NEM: AQA National Environmental Management Air Quality Act (No 39 of 2004) NEM: WA National Environmental Management Waste Act (No 59 of 2008) NWA National Water Act (No 36 of 1998) MDEDET OHS OWS PPE SANS SBU SHE SWUL Unit 52 Unit 252 Unit 58 Unit 258 Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism Occupational Health and Safety Oily Water Sewers Personal Protective Equipment South African National Standard Sasol Business Unit Safety, Health and Environment Synfuels Water Use License Water Recovery (West) Water Recovery (East) Oily Water and Clean Stormwater Treatment System (West) Oily Water and Clean Stormwater Treatment System (East)

131 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA 1 INTRODUCTION The Sasol Synfuels factory clean stormwater and oily water separation systems (Units 58 and 258) handles all the stormwater and oily water run-off. The primary function of the stormwater system is to ensure that any water released to the Klipspruit is quality controlled. Depending on the quality, the stormwater could also be routed to other destinations in the plant. The primary functions of the oily water systems are to remove oil and suspended solids from the water and to supply the Water Recovery Plant with water to be further processed as process cooling water make-up. There are oily water dams and stormwater dams on both the western and eastern sides (Units 58 and 258) of the factory that collect oily water and stormwater respectively from the factory. The current capacity of the dams is inadequate due to: Increased rainfall events being experienced as a result of climate and rainfall variability. The growth of the factory in the Sasol complex over the years has resulted in more water being channelled to Units 58 and 258. This impacts negatively on the downstream water recovery unit, as well as ultimately impacting on the entire Synfuels complex due to the deterioration in process cooling water quality. Consequently, the existing stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 need to be expanded and two new equalization ponds need to be constructed in order to decongest the existing stormwater and oily water dams, pre-treatment processes and storage facilities. This will enable all water in the oily water system to be sent to Water Recovery for further processing and all water from the clean stormwater system to be controlled released to the Klipspruit or sent to other destinations in the plant depending on the water quality. The stormwater dams will be expanded at Units 58 and 258 and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3.The two equalization ponds will be constructed at Units 52 and 252 (Water Recovery) and will have a total capacity of approximately m 3. The purpose of the equalization ponds will be to provide water recovery with a 12 hour mixing stage before the de-oiled water is supplied into the bio-works process at Units 52 and 252 (Water Recovery). It should be noted that, the highest part of the pond walls (as measured from the outside toe of the wall to the highest part of the wall) does not exceed 5 m. The capacities of the various dams will be verified during detailed engineering studies. 1.1 Applicable Documentation The following environmental documentation is applicable for the project, and will be read in conjunction with this EMPr: Basic Assessment Report for the Proposed Expansion of Stormwater Dams and Construction of Two Equalization Ponds, Secunda, Mpumalanga Province. Environmental Authorisation and conditions from the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET) once issued. 1.2 Structure of the Environmental Management Plan The EMPr provides proposed mitigation and management measures for the following phases of the project (refer to Figure 1). E02.PTA Page 1 SSI Environmental

132 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA FIGURE 1: DIFFERENT PHASES OF THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE Relevant environmental legislation pertaining to the project is listed within Section 3. Sasol shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with the conditions by any person acting on their behalf, including but not limited to, an agent, contractor, sub-contractor, employee or person rendering a service to the holder of the authorisation. This EMPr is a dynamic document which will be updated as required on a continuous basis to ensure environmental best practices. Any amendments made, must be submitted to both the Sasol EIA specialist and Project Manager for approval. Amendments to the EMPr must be submitted to the MDEDET. 1.3 Objectives of the Environmental Management Programme The EMPr has the following objectives: To outline functions and responsibilities of responsible persons. To state standards and guidelines, which are required to be achieved in terms of environmental legislation. To outline mitigation measures and environmental specifications which are required to be implemented for all phases of the project in order to minimise the extent of environmental impacts, and to manage environmental impacts associated with the proposed project To prevent long-term or permanent environmental degradation. 1.4 Details of the Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) Consultant: SSI Environmental Contact Person: Prashika Reddy and Phyllis Kalele Postal Address PO Box Monument Park 0105 Telephone: (012) Facsimile: (012) E02.PTA Page 2 SSI Environmental

133 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA Expertise: Prashika Reddy is a senior environmental scientist / associate (BSc Honours Geography) with experience in various environmental fields including: environmental impact assessments, environmental management programmes, public participation and environmental monitoring and auditing. Ms Reddy has extensive experience in compiling environmental reports (Screening, Scoping, EIA and Status Quo Reports). She is a registered Professional Natural Scientist (Pr Sci Nat /10) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). Phyllis Kalele is a senior environmental consultant with experience in various facets of environmental management. These include conducting the Public Participation process; compiling Environmental Impact Reports; writing Environmental Management Programmes; conducting environmental awareness training; and conducting legal compliance audits. She is a registered Professional Natural Scientist (Pr Sci Nat /11) with SACNASP. Ntseketsi Lerotholi is a senior environmental consultant with experience in various environmental fields which include Environmental Management Programmes, Environmental Management Plans, Financial Provisions, Social and Labour Plans, Performance audits, Environmental Impact Assessments, and Waste Management. E02.PTA Page 3 SSI Environmental

134 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA 2 MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PROCEDURES 2.1 Organisational Structure and Responsibility The Project Management Team will: Ensure that the Contractor/s is aware of all specifications, legal constraints and Sasol standards and procedures pertaining to the project specifically with regards to the environment. Ensure that all stipulations within the EMPr are communicated and adhered to by Sasol and its Contractor(s). Monitor the implementation of the EMPr throughout the project by means of site inspections and meetings. This will be documented as part of the site meeting minutes. Be fully conversant with the Basic Assessment (BA) study for the project, the conditions of the Environmental Authorisation (once issued), and all relevant environmental legislation. The Sasol Technology EIA Specialist will: Direct the implementation of the EMPr during design. Ensure that the requirements of the EMPr are communicated, understood and enforced by personnel on site during construction and pre-commissioning. Advise management on environmental issues. The Contractor (including sub-contractors) will be responsible for: Adhering to any instructions issued by the Project Manager on advice of the Sasol Technology EIA Specialist. Keep record of all incidents that have occurred during construction period. This should be available during audits. Maintaining a public complaints register. Conduct environmental training and awareness to employees. Arrange for all employees and those of subcontractors to receive training before the commencement of construction in order that they are aware of the conditions of the environmental authorisation and the EMPr. The Construction Safety Officer / Environmental Control Officer will: Be fully conversant with the BA study. Be fully conversant with the conditions of the Environmental Authorisation. Be fully conversant with the EMPr. Be fully conversant with all relevant environmental legislation and Sasol environmental policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with them. Convey the contents of this document to the Contractor site staff and discuss the contents in detail with the Project Manager and Contractor. Training will be required to ensure all staff understands the process. Undertake regular and comprehensive inspection of the site and surrounding areas in order to monitor compliance with the EMPr and Environmental Authorisation. Take appropriate action if the specifications contained in the EMPr are not followed. Monitor and verify that environmental impacts are kept to a minimum, as far as possible. Review and approve construction methods (where it could result in environmental impacts), with input from the Project Manager where necessary. Ensure that activities on site comply with all relevant environmental legislation. Order the removal from the construction site of any person(s) and/or equipment in contravention of the specifications of the EMPr. E02.PTA Page 4 SSI Environmental

135 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA Report any non-compliance or remedial measures that need to be applied to the appropriate environmental authorities, in line with the requirements of the Environmental Authorisation. Submit EMPr and environmental authorisation compliance reports detailing compliance with the requirements of the EMPr and environmental authorisation during the construction phase to the Project Management Team. 2.2 Environmental Awareness Plan It is important to ensure that all personnel have the appropriate level of environmental awareness and competence to ensure continued environmental due diligence and ongoing minimisation of environmental harm. To achieve effective environmental management, it is important that employees, contractors and sub-contractors are aware of their responsibilities in terms of the relevant environmental legislation and the contents of this EMPr. The environmental awareness plan is aimed at: promoting environmental awareness amongst all personnel on site; informing personnel of all environmental procedures, policies and programmes applicable; providing generic training on the implementation of environmental management specifications; and providing job-specific environmental training in order to understand the key environmental features of the construction site and the surrounding environment. The environmental awareness training programme will include: the induction of all construction and operation staff; signing by all persons an acknowledgement of receiving and understanding the induction; identification of environmental risks and job specific training on addressing these risks; and training on the implementation of emergency procedures (where necessary). Topics covered by the Environmental Awareness Programme should include: What is meant by Environment? Why does the environment need to be protected and conserved? How can construction activities impact on the environment? What can be done to mitigate against such impacts? Awareness of emergency and spills response provisions. Training can be done either in a written or verbal format but will be in an appropriate format for the receiving audience. The training must ensure that the contents and requirements of the EMPr are transferred to the audience. Where training has been done verbally, persons having received training must sign an attendance register (which must be properly filed). Training should be conducted monthly by the ECO and can also be dealt with weekly during the Toolbox Talks. 2.3 Monitoring A monitoring programme will be in place not only to ensure compliance with the EMPr through the contract/work instruction specifications, but also to monitor any environmental issues and impacts which have not been accounted for in the EMPr that are, or could result in significant environmental impacts for which corrective action is required. Sasol Technology will carry out the following: Internal Audits (conducted by Sasol Technology EIA Specialist and Construction Safety Officer / ECO by means of site visits). E02.PTA Page 5 SSI Environmental

136 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA As part of the contract or work instruction, Sasol will stipulate the period and frequency of monitoring required. This will be determined from applicable permits and authorisations from authorities. The Project Manager will ensure that the monitoring is carried out. 2.4 Reporting Procedures Documentation The following documentation must be kept on site in order to record compliance with the EMPr: Record of Complaints Monitoring Results Non-conformance Reports Written Corrective Action Instructions Notification of Emergencies and Incidents Reporting The above records will form an integral part of the Contractors Records. These records will be kept with the EMPr, and will be made available for scrutiny if so requested during audits. E02.PTA Page 6 SSI Environmental

137 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA 3 ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES, STANDARDS AND PERMITS 3.1 Legal Summary The following is a summary of the environmental legislation applicable to the proposed project. LEGISLATION SECTIONS RELATES TO The Constitution (No 108 of 1996) National Environmental Management Act (No 107 of 1998 [as amended]) Environment Conservation Act (No 73 of 1989) and regulations National Heritage Resources Act (No 25 of 1999) and regulations Chapter 2 Section 24 Section 2 Section 24 Section 28 Sections 19 and 19A Section 34 Bill of Rights. Environmental rights. Defines the strategic environmental management goals and objectives of the government. Applies through-out the Republic to the actions of all organs of state that may significantly affect the environment. Provides for the prohibition, restriction and control of activities which are likely to have a detrimental effect on the environment. The developer has a general duty to care for the environment and to institute such measures as may be needed to demonstrate such care. Prevention of littering by employees and subcontractors during construction and the maintenance phases of the proposed project No person may alter or demolish any structure or part of a structure which is older than 60 years without a permit issued by the relevant provincial heritage resources authority. Section 35 Section 36 No person may, without a permit issued by the responsible heritage resources authority destroy, damage, excavate, alter, deface or otherwise disturb any archaeological or palaeontological site. No person may, without a permit issued by the South African Heritage Resource Agency (SAHRA) or a provincial heritage resources authority destroy, damage, alter, exhume, remove from its original position or otherwise disturb any grave or burial ground older than 60 years which is situated outside a formal cemetery administered by a local authority. "Grave" is widely defined in the Act to include the contents, headstone or other marker of such a place, and any other structure on or associated with such place. E02.PTA Page 7 SSI Environmental

138 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA LEGISLATION SECTIONS RELATES TO Section 38 This section provides for Heritage Impact Assessments (HIAs), which are not already covered under the ECA. Where they are covered under the ECA the provincial heritage resources authorities must be notified of a proposed project and must be consulted during the HIA process. The Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) will be approved by the authorising body of the provincial directorate of environmental affairs, which is required to take the provincial heritage resources authorities' comments into account prior to making a decision on the HIA. National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (No 39 of 2004) Occupational Health and Safety Act (No 85 of 1993) National Water Act (No 36 of 1998) and regulations Hazardous Substances Act (No 15 of 1973) and regulations National Environmental Management: Waste Act (No. 59 of 2008) Section 32 Section 35 Section 8 Section 9 Section 19 Section 20 Section 21 Control of dust Control of offensive odours General duties of employers to their employees General duties of employers and self employed persons to persons other than their employees Prevention and remedying the effects of pollution Control of emergency incidents Activity g - disposing of waste in a manner which may detrimentally impact on a water resource. Sasol Synfuels is required to amend its existing water use license in order to reflect the change in water storage facilities at units 58, 258, 52 and 252. The amendment to the current Synfuels Water Use License (SWUL) will be conducted separately from the Basic Assessment study although the two processes are running concurrently. Provides for the definition, classification, use, operation, modification, disposal or dumping of hazardous substances Provides for specific waste management measures and the remediation of contaminated land. 3.2 Other Relevant Acts and Guidelines All applicable environmental standards contained within the environmental legislation will be adhered to. At the time of compiling this draft EMPr, the following environmental guidelines, department policies, environmental management instruments were identified as being applicable: E02.PTA Page 8 SSI Environmental

139 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA OTHER RELEVANT ACTS, GUIDELINES, DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INSTRUMENTS Gert Sibande District Municipality Spatial Development Framework (2009) South African National Standard SANS 10103:2008 (The Measurement and Rating of Environmental Noise with Respect to Annoyance and Speech Communication) National Noise Control Regulations (1998) Sasol Safety, Health and Environmental Policy Mpumalanga Biodiversity Conservation Plan (2006) Hazardous Substances Act (No 15 of 1973) and Regulations E02.PTA Page 9 SSI Environmental

140 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA 4 CONSTRUCTION PHASE ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S 1. Appointment of Contractor Sasol must ensure that this EMPr forms part of any contractual agreements with a contractor(s) and sub-contractors for the execution of the proposed project. Local labour and contractors must be used wherever possible. 2. Safety Training The contractor shall ensure that all its employees are adequately orientated, inducted and trained to perform the tasks. Tool Box Talks - The contractor is expected to have safety tool box talks. These talks shall be in accordance with the risks and trends associated with the project. Proof of these talks shall be kept on site. The Principal Contractor will develop a specific emergency procedure and implement an emergency plan based on the Sasol Business Unit s (SBU s) guidelines for that site. 3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) No person is allowed to enter the site without the SBU approved required PPE. All contractors shall be trained on the correct use of PPE. All contractors are required to keep an updated register of all PPE issued. A contractor shall ensure action is taken against an employee who continuously fails to comply. PPE minimum requirement notice boards shall be placed at all entrances to Strict non-compliance measures must be administered to any employees not complying with the use of PPE. Project Manager Contractor Contractor E02.PTA Page 10 SSI Environmental

141 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S construction areas. 4. Development of foundations, relocation of utility lines (e.g. potable water line) and moving of perimeter fence. Excavation and backfilling. A geotechnical and topographical study needs to be carried out on the selected sites prior to construction. All site disturbances must be limited to the areas where structures will be constructed. Consider using any excess rocks and boulders that are excavated from the construction site for any erosion protection work which is required on site. Excess material as a result of excavation activities together with construction rubble must be removed, once construction is completed and appropriately disposed of. Suitable excavated material is to be stockpiled next to excavations for use as backfill and all unsuitable or excess material must be loaded onto trucks and hauled to designated areas. Backfill material must be from excavated material or dolerite/ash obtained from a licensed source. Areas to be backfilled must be cleared of all unsuitable material and debris. Contractor Project Manager 5. Alteration of topography due to removal of soil, soil exchange, stockpiling of soil, building material, debris and waste material on site and erosion. Topsoil should only be exposed for minimal periods of time and adequately stockpiled to prevent the topsoil loss and runoff. Soils excavated must be tested and if it is established that there is contamination, the soils should be treated at onsite facilities or disposed of properly by a reputable waste management company. Contractor E02.PTA Page 11 SSI Environmental

142 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S All stockpiles must be restricted to designated areas. Land disturbance must be minimised in order to prevent erosion and run-off this includes leaving exposed soils open for a prolonged period of time. Areas susceptible to erosion must be protected by installing the necessary drainage works to prevent surface water from being concentrated in streams. Any tunnels or erosion channels developed during the construction period shall be backfilled and compacted, and the area restored to a proper condition. Implement the appropriate topsoil and stormwater runoff control management measures to prevent the loss of topsoil. 6. Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of chemicals; oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials. During construction, shallow groundwater which could contain elevated salt concentrations may be encountered. This groundwater needs to be tested before it is diverted to an appropriate destination to avoid contamination. The Synfuels Environmental Manager must be informed (as the custodian of the Water Use License) of any discharges to the environment. All hazardous substances must be stored on an impervious surface in a designated bunded area, able to contain 110% of the total volume of materials stored at any given time. The integrity of the impervious surface and bunded area must be inspected regularly and any maintenance work conducted must be recorded in a Any accidental chemical/fuel spills to be cleaned up immediately. Keep MSDS records of chemicals in use up to date. Waste records must be kept available for review. Implement appropriate actions and measures to reduce, stop or contain a spill of potentially hazardous substances (e.g. fuel or lubricating oil). Keep written records detailing the type of spill, the corrective and remedial measures implemented in the stopping or reduction of the spill, and the cleanup of the spill. Report the nature and extent of the spill to the Construction Safety Contractor Project Manager E02.PTA Page 12 SSI Environmental

143 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S maintenance report. Provide proper warning signage to make people aware of the activities within designated areas. Employees should be provided with absorbent spill kits and disposal containers to handle spillages. Train employees and contractors on the correct handling of spillages and precautionary measures that need to be implemented to minimise potential spillages. All earth moving vehicles and equipment must be regularly maintained to ensure their integrity and reliability. No repairs may be undertaken beyond the contractor lay-down area. Employees should record and report any spillages to the responsible person. An Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan will be developed and implemented should an incident occur. Access to storage areas on site must be restricted to authorised employees only. Ensure the establishment of stormwater diversion berms around the contractor laydown area and other potential contaminated areas (e.g. diesel storage tanks or refuelling station). All contaminated standing water should be immediately removed and treated or disposed of appropriately. Care must be taken to ensure that no water from the construction site enters the natural watercourse. Wastewater should be directed into proper stormwater drains. Sewage water should not be channelled Officer / ECO or Project Manager, as soon as reasonably possible, but within 24 hours. The contractor and the Construction Safety Officer / ECO will ensure that preventative measures are implemented in order to prevent spills of potentially hazardous substances. E02.PTA Page 13 SSI Environmental

144 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND CONTROLS MONITORING AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S 7. Dust Control (Sources: access roads; bare area cleared for construction; debris handling; emissions from construction machinery and equipment; and trucks transporting spoil and fill material). 8. Noise (Sources: excavating and site clearing, construction vehicles, pumps, construction staff, blasting and or drilling) 9. Waste Management (Sources: domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, insulation material, building rubble and other construction through stormwater drains or be allowed to flow freely or stagnate on the soil surface. Excess or spilled concrete should be confined within the works area and then removed to a waste site. There should be strict speed limits on site roads to prevent the liberation of dust into the atmosphere. Dust must be suppressed on the construction site, temporary dirt roads and during the transportation of material during dry periods by the regular application of water. Water used for this purpose must be used in quantities that will not result in the generation of run-off. Provide all equipment with standard silencers. Maintain silencer units in vehicles and equipment in good working order. Construction staff working in area where the 8-hour ambient noise levels exceed 85 db must have the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Construction staff working in areas where the 8-hour ambient noise levels exceed 85 db. should wear ear protection equipment. General waste disposal bins will be made available for employees to use throughout the construction phase. Where possible construction waste on site should be recycled or reused. General waste will be disposed of an approved waste disposal facility. Records of all waste being taken off site The Contractor will respond timeously in the event of any complaints by local residents or others about disturbing noise. The noise source will be identified and appropriate noise mitigatory measures instituted in consultation with the affected party (ies). Corrective actions are required to be undertaken immediately after a complaint is made or a nonconformance is identified. Contractor Contractor Project Manager Contractor Project Manager E02.PTA Page 14 SSI Environmental

145 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S waste). must be recorded and kept as evidence. Evidence of correct disposal must be kept. Building rubble will be used, where possible, in construction or buried with the necessary town planning approvals. Where this is not possible, the rubble will be disposed of at an appropriate site. Burning of waste material will not be permitted. Hazardous materials will be generated if there are spillages during construction and maintenance periods. This waste should be cleaned up using absorbent material provided in spill kits on site. Absorbent materials used to clean up spillages should be disposed of in a separate hazardous waste bin. The storage area for hazardous material must be concreted, bunded, covered, labelled and well ventilated. Provide employees with appropriate PPE for handling hazardous materials. All hazardous waste will be disposed of in a registered hazardous waste disposal facility. 10. Employment All labour (skilled and unskilled) and contractors should be sourced locally where possible. Recruitment at the construction site will not be allowed. Contractor Project Manager E02.PTA Page 15 SSI Environmental

146 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA 5 OPERATION PHASE ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S 1. Cleaning of Equipment (e.g. solid removal units, oilwater-solid separation units, oil storage tanks, sludge handling equipment, pumps etc.). In upset conditions (e.g. equipment malfunctioning) the flow must be diverted to available process equipment. Chemicals that have been used for cleaning should be disposed off correctly. MSDSs should always be available. Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage. All workers should be trained on the proper procedure for disposal of the contaminated water. A specialized waste disposal company can be contracted to ensure the safe handling, storage and transportation of the chemical waste. Project Manager 2. Contamination of Klipspruit due to quality of water discharged into the Klipspruit All of the stormwater dams will have drainage facilities to allow for controlled release of stormwater into the Klipspruit. The new clean stormwater dams at Units 58 and 258 as well as the expanded portions will have overflow weirs that will allow water to overflow to the Klipspruit. The discharge of water to the Klipspruit will be measured and follow the principle of controlled release and must comply with the stormwater quality as per the conditions of the amended Synfuels Water Use Licence (SWUL). Regular water quality monitoring should be carried out as per the conditions of the amended SWUL. Project Manager 3. Contamination of groundwater due to the integrity of the equalization pond being compromised The design of the equalization pond will be similar to the Oily Water dams at TK 101 and 102. The dam will be lined at the base to prevent contaminated water from seeping into the ground below. The equalization pond will have an underground drainage system to capture Project Manager E02.PTA Page 16 SSI Environmental

147 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S and pump back any seepage back to the system. The pumping capacity will be smaller and pipe lengths will be shorter. Correct materials of construction will be selected during the design to ensure compatibility with the water in the equalisation ponds to prevent unnecessary corrosion of pipes and other equipment (pumps, valves etc.) that can lead to leakages. 4. Handling of recovered oil potential to contaminate water resources and soils There must be adequate bunding of tanks to prevent leakages into the soil and water resources. The recovered oil will be classified and tested to ensure it meets customer s specifications (i.e. Sasol Carbo Tar). Any spill should be cleaned up immediately and contaminated soil should be disposed off at a designated site. Project Manager 5. Waste management: i.e. sludge handling, refinery oil, other hazardous and general wastes generated during maintenance and operational activities The sludge generated in the process must be disposed of via the existing drying beds from where it is sent to the ash dams for final disposal. All equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays. Ensure that care is taken to contain spillages of oils and effluent during maintenance. In the event of a spill/leak, the source of the spill or leak must be identified and addressed. The oil/effluent spill/leak must be cleaned immediately and any contaminated soil must be removed and disposed off through a recognisable waste disposal method. Project Manager 6. Air Quality Release of fugitive emissions and odours Gaseous emissions are not generated directly from the process. However depending on the time of the year and the content of the oily sewers there may be volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released from the dams. There is a Project Manager E02.PTA Page 17 SSI Environmental

148 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND CONTROLS MONITORING AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S separate project for VOC abatement (outside the scope of the API Debottlenecking project). Equipment installed by this project should be compatible with VOC abatement technologies. All operators should wear appropriate PPE to minimize exposure to VOCs and odours (e.g. gas masks). 6 DECOMMISSIONING PHASE 6.1 General Principles for Environmental Management during Decommissioning At this point of the project planning process, the necessity for and timing of the decommissioning of the proposed project is not known. At this stage, it is foreseen that the end land use will remain industrial. In the current closure plan, Sasol has made provision for cleaning of the oily and stormwater channels leading to the dams. The dams will be made free draining changing the outlets. ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND CONTROLS MONITORING AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S 1. Waste generation during the decommissioning phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste includes general waste or hazardous waste. 2. Pollution of surface water: Leakage of contaminated runoff into the Klipspruit. Disposal of waste must be in accordance with relevant legislative requirements. Waste must be disposed off in the appropriate manner at a licensed disposal site. Ensure Klipspruit water quality monitoring after decommissioning. The details and timeframes will be determined in the decommissioning plan. Any spill should be cleaned up immediately. Project Manager Project Manager E02.PTA Page 18 SSI Environmental

149 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS, MPUMALANGA ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND MONITORING AND RESPONSIBLE CONTROLS CORRECTIVE ACTIONS PERSON/S 3. Current closure strategy does not allow for the removal of the dams. Since the envisaged end land use of the dams is industrial, the dams will be made free draining and oily water and stormwater canals will be cleaned to ensure that stormwater is clean when it reaches the dams. Erosion monitoring and control should be conducted. This should be in the form of inspections subsequent to rains. Topsoil should be replaced in all areas that have been eroded. Project Manager All adjacent and surrounding areas disturbed during construction and operation are to be rehabilitated to avoid erosion. E02.PTA Page 19 SSI Environmental

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152 13 April 2012 Martha Mokonyane Deputy Director Department of Mineral Resources Private Bag X7279 Emalahleni,1035 Mpumalanga Dear Madam, RE: DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT (BAR) FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT - PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Please find enclosed herewith one hard copy of the draft Basic Assessment Report (ESR) for your review and comment. According to Section 56 (5) of the EIA (2010) regulations, registered Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) must comment on draft reports and submit the comments to the Environmental Assessment Practitioner (details provided below). The draft BAR will be made available for public review from 13 April to 24 May We look forward to your response. Kind regards, Phyllis Kalele Environmental Assessment Practitioner SSI Environmental Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za PO Box Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria. SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (Pty) Ltd, trading as SSI Reg No. 1966/001916/07 Fountain Square 78 Kalkoen Street Monument Park Ext 2 PO Box Monument Park 0105 South Africa Telephone Facsimile leonv@ssi.co.za

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154 13 April 2012 MJ Musekene Director: Water Sector Regulation and Use Department of Water Affairs Private Bag X11259 Nelspruit, 1200 Mpumalanga Dear Madam, RE: DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT (BAR) FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT - PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Please find enclosed herewith one hard copy of the draft Basic Assessment Report (ESR) for your review and comment. According to Section 56 (5) of the EIA (2010) regulations, registered Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) must comment on draft reports and submit the comments to the Environmental Assessment Practitioner (details provided below). The draft BAR will be made available for public review from 13 April to 24 May We look forward to your response. Kind regards, Phyllis Kalele Environmental Assessment Practitioner SSI Environmental Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za PO Box Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria. SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (Pty) Ltd, trading as SSI Reg No. 1966/001916/07 Fountain Square 78 Kalkoen Street Monument Park Ext 2 PO Box Monument Park 0105 South Africa Telephone Facsimile leonv@ssi.co.za

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156 13 April 2012 Israel Silinda Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Land Administration Private Bag X11219 Nelspruit, 1200 Mpumalanga Dear Sir, RE: DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT (BAR) FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT - PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Please find enclosed herewith one hard copy of the draft Basic Assessment Report (ESR) for your review and comment. According to Section 56 (5) of the EIA (2010) regulations, registered Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) must comment on draft reports and submit the comments to the Environmental Assessment Practitioner (details provided below). The draft BAR will be made available for public review from 13 April to 24 May We look forward to your response. Kind regards, Phyllis Kalele Environmental Assessment Practitioner SSI Environmental Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za PO Box Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria. SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (Pty) Ltd, trading as SSI Reg No. 1966/001916/07 Fountain Square 78 Kalkoen Street Monument Park Ext 2 PO Box Monument Park 0105 South Africa Telephone Facsimile leonv@ssi.co.za

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158 13 April 2012 Sibongisani Sibiya Department of Labour Private Bag X9057 Secunda, 2302 Mpumalanga. Dear Sir, RE: DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT (BAR) FOR THE API DEBOTTLENECKING PROJECT - PROPOSED EXPANSION OF STORMWATER DAMS AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO EQUALIZATION PONDS AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3/GS-79) Please find enclosed herewith one hard copy of the draft Basic Assessment Report (ESR) for your review and comment. According to Section 56 (5) of the EIA (2010) regulations, registered Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) must comment on draft reports and submit the comments to the Environmental Assessment Practitioner (details provided below). The draft BAR will be made available for public review from 13 April to 24 May We look forward to your response. Kind regards, Phyllis Kalele Environmental Assessment Practitioner SSI Environmental Tel: Fax: phyllisk@ssi.co.za PO Box Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria. SSI Engineers and Environmental Consultants (Pty) Ltd, trading as SSI Reg No. 1966/001916/07 Fountain Square 78 Kalkoen Street Monument Park Ext 2 PO Box Monument Park 0105 South Africa Telephone Facsimile leonv@ssi.co.za